Assistant Preschool Teacher
$16 - $18 per hourThe Orchard School
Summary
The Orchard School is a private preschool in West Caldwell, NJ seeking a part-time Assistant Preschool Teacher to support classrooms across the program.
This is a flexible, support-based role working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. The Assistant Teacher will help maintain classroom routines, support lead teachers, and step into different classrooms as needed.
This position is ideal for someone beginning or continuing a career in early childhood education who is reliable, adaptable, and interested in growing into a full-time role.
Schedule: Part-time to start, with opportunity to transition to full-time
Pay: $16.00–$18.00 per hour based on education and experience
Duties- Support lead teachers in daily classroom activities
- Assist with supervision of children ages 6 weeks to 5 years
- Help maintain classroom routines and transitions
- Provide hands-on support during play, meals, and activities
- Assist with toileting, diapering, and self-help routines
- Help manage classroom behavior and support emotional regulation
- Step into different classrooms as needed for coverage
- Assist with outdoor play in all seasons
- Maintain classroom cleanliness and organization
- Collaborate with staff to ensure smooth daily operations
- Interest in early childhood education as a long-term field
- Ability to work with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children
- Comfortable with diapering, toileting, and caregiving responsibilities
- Flexible and adaptable to different classrooms and schedules
- Reliable, punctual, and consistent attendance
- Ability to follow direction and support classroom leadership
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, active classroom environment
- Willingness to transition to full-time when a position becomes available
- 6+ months experience in a childcare or classroom setting
- CDA or coursework in Early Childhood Education
- Experience working with infants
- Experience in play-based or center-based programs
- Interest in pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education
- Opportunity to transition into a full-time position
- Scheduled raises after 6 months and annually
- Additional raises with completed credentials
- Support for continued education through Grow NJ Kids
- Hands-on training and classroom experience
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