Teaching Assistant for Two-Year-Old Class

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Are you passionate about early childhood education and looking for a meaningful part-time role? Incarnation Catholic Preschool is searching for a warm, patient, and joyful Teaching Assistant to support our Two-year-old class! This is a unique opportunity to help nurture the youngest members of our faith-based learning community in a caring and developmentally appropriate environment.

Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

At Incarnation Catholic Preschool , we believe that early childhood is a sacred time of discovery, growth, and joy. Rooted in Catholic values and focused on love, learning, and faith, we strive to create a nurturing space where every child is known, loved, and encouraged to flourish.

• Assist the lead teacher with planning and implementing fun, age-appropriate activities
• Help provide a warm, safe, and loving environment for our one-year-olds
• Support children during play, snack, story time, diapering, and nap transitions
• Encourage social development through gentle guidance and positive reinforcement
• Communicate compassionately and effectively with parents, staff, and fellow teachers
• Uphold our Catholic values in a way that’s inclusive, respectful, and child-centered
• Complete paperwork in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of and complies with Department of Human Services regulations.
• Completes professional development as required.
• Attends monthly staff meeting.

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Has a love for working with toddlers and a heart for early childhood education
• Is reliable, nurturing, and brings a sense of calm to a busy classroom
• Has experience in a preschool or daycare setting (preferred, not required)
• Communicates clearly and works well as part of a team
• Can lift, sit on the floor, and move around easily with active little ones
• Is comfortable working within a Catholic environment

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and positive environment for young children.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, parents, and children.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to follow classroom routines and directions from the Lead Teacher.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Incarnation Catholic Preschool.
• Willingness to complete all required training, professional development, and diocesan safe environment requirements.
• Ability to comply with Department of Human Services regulations and preschool policies.

• Previous experience working with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children in a childcare, preschool, or daycare setting.
• Coursework or training in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices for young children.