Preschool Aide

Preschool Aide

A Preschool Aide supports the lead teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. This role involves assisting with daily classroom activities, supervising children, maintaining a clean and organized classroom, and encouraging children's social, emotional, and educational development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead teacher with planning and implementing age-appropriate lessons and activities.
• Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, and rest time.
• Help children develop social, emotional, and communication skills through positive guidance.
• Prepare and organize classroom materials and learning centers.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly classroom environment.
• Assist children with personal care needs, including handwashing, toileting, and dressing, as needed.
• Observe children's behavior and report concerns or progress to the lead teacher.
• Support classroom routines, transitions, and behavior management.
• Communicate professionally with parents, staff, and administrators.
• Follow all health, safety, and licensing regulations.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; coursework in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
• Experience working with young children is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Patience, reliability, and a genuine interest in working with children.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and actively participate in classroom and playground activities.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) may be required.
• Successful completion of required background checks.

Skills:

• Classroom organization
• Child supervision
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Positive behavior support
• Communication and active listening
• Time management
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Basic knowledge of child development

Work Environment:

• Preschool or early childhood education setting.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and interacting with children.
• May involve indoor and outdoor activities in various weather conditions.