Preschool Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Afternoon Preschool Teacher’s Aide

Company: Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool

Location: Roanoke, VA 24018 (1887 Electric Road SW)

Job Type: Part-Time

Pay: $13.00 – $13.50 per hour

About Us

For over 35 years, Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool has ministered to preschool-aged children and their families in the Roanoke community. We are dedicated to providing a warm, Christ-centered, and happy learning environment where children hear and learn God’s word while developing their gifts through structured learning and play.

If you have a heart for nurturing young minds, sharing Christian values, and supporting early childhood development, we would love to have you on our team!

Position Summary

We are seeking a warm, reliable, and compassionate Preschool Teacher’s Aide to assist in managing daily routines, supporting age-appropriate educational activities, and fostering a safe, loving environment for our students.

Key Responsibilities

• Classroom Support: Assist in preparing, organizing, and guiding hands-on activities, crafts, and story times.
• Child Supervision: Actively supervise children during classroom learning, snack time, rest periods, and outdoor playground play to ensure safety and engagement.
• Social & Spiritual Growth: Support children in developing social, self-help, and emotional skills in a positive, Christian-centered setting.
• Classroom Maintenance: Help maintain a clean, orderly, and sanitary classroom environment, including sanitizing toys, surfaces, and activity stations.
• Daily Care: Assist children with daily needs such as handwashing, snack prep, bathroom assistance, and general hygiene routines.
• Communication & Collaboration: Maintain open, positive communication with lead teachers, colleagues, and parents.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required (Coursework or certification in Early Childhood Education is a plus).
• Experience: Prior experience working with toddlers or preschool-age children in a school, daycare, or ministry setting preferred.
• Certifications: Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Background Check: Must successfully pass a state-mandated background check and criminal history check.
• Skills & Attributes:
• • Loving, patient, and enthusiastic personality.
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong team player who can follow directions and take initiative when needed.
  • Ability to physically interact with young children (bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, lifting up to 30 lbs).

Schedule & Benefits

• Schedule: Monday – Friday (Hours based on preschool operating hours: 1:00pm - 6:00pm.
• Benefits:
• • Supportive, family-oriented Christian workplace culture
  • You'll be part of a two-teacher aide classroom, allowing for stronger relationships with children and a more manageable workload.
  • Paid holidays / school breaks (Christmas Break)
  • Childcare discount for staff children