Teacher Aide - York 1926

Job Description

Job Description

Preschool Teacher Assistant (Full-Time)
Preschool Learning Academy of York (PLAY) – York, NE

The Preschool Learning Academy of York (PLAY) is seeking an Preschool Teacher Assistant who is passionate about early childhood education and helping young children learn through play. If you enjoy working with preschoolers and contributing to a positive, engaging classroom environment, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate, play-based learning activities
• Promote children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
• Assist with child assessments and documentation
• Foster a classroom environment that encourages family engagement and community partnerships
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive classroom environment

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must possess or be willing to obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) or other qualifying early childhood credential as required by BVCA Children Services conditions of employment

Schedule

• Full-Time – 36 hours per week
• Monday–Friday
• Off during the summer (approximately mid-May through mid-August)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life & AD&D and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Accident, Cancer & Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off