Assistant Teachers (Infants, Ones, ) 2025-2026 School Year

Reports to and works alongside the classroom lead teacher, under the supervision of the school's director. In accordance with First Presbyterian Day School's purpose and goals, assist the Lead Teacher with general supervision and management of the class.

Days/Time: Two, three, and five-day positions from 8:30 to 1:30.

Qualifications

Applicants should be friendly and warm, sensitive to others' feelings and needs, able to relate well to children, and willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the school's philosophy and program. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and must meet the licensing and/or accreditation requirements.

Skills

• Be a mature individual
• Have knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood
• Have the ability to conform to an established work schedule
• Have effective interpersonal skills
• Have the ability to communicate in a concise and effective manner
• Have the ability to understand and follow instructions precisely
• Have the ability to exercise tact, discretion and confidentiality

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following:

• Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the direction of the Lead Teacher, which includes lesson plans.
• Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Supervise the classroom when the Lead Teacher is out of the room.
• Help with the general housekeeping tasks.
• Assist the Lead Teacher in other ways as requested.
• Maintain a professional attitude and loyalty to the school at all times.
• Treat all children with dignity and respect.
• Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs.
• Attend parent group and school functions.
• Supervise all activities to ensure safety at all times.
• Report to Lead Teacher any problem which may occur with the children. Observe, record, and report on the behavior of individual children as assigned.
• Assist Lead Teacher with implementation of appropriate early childhood education experiences.
• Help Lead Teacher to supervise and promote activities designed to enhance the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of children enrolled at the school. Help to maintain a neat and organized classroom. Help children establish good habits of personal hygiene; change diapers and assist with toilet training if age appropriate. Supervise all activities to ensure safety at all times.

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to:

• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Repetitive bending, stretching, and stooping
• Climb up and down stairs
• Have mobility required to ensure the safety of the children
• Work with children on the floor
• Work outdoors in any variety of weather
• Have visual and hearing capabilities that allow consistent supervision of children.
• Perform light duty cleaning

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13