Center Assistant (Early Learning Focus)

Job Description

Job Description

Role Overview

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Center Assistant to support our center with a strong focus on Early Learning students and grading. Early Learning students are typically ages 3–5 or students developing foundational skills necessary for independent study.

This role is well-suited for individuals in the education field—such as current education students, recent graduates, or educators seeking a second, part-time role for supplemental income. While there is meaningful student interaction,  at least 75% of this role involves administrative work , including grading and recording student progress in a fast-paced center environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Reliably attend all scheduled shifts, arriving on time and prepared to work
• Grade student classwork and homework accurately and efficiently
• Record student scores in student record books
• Answer student questions related to math and reading when appropriate
• Support Early Learning students (ages 3–5 or those building foundational skills) during designated portions of each shift
• Help students develop focus, confidence, and independence
• Maintain a calm, positive, and structured learning environment
• Follow center procedures and instructional guidelines

Required Qualifications

• Must be available on Fridays from 3:00PM - 7:00 PM.
• Availability for  at least 8-12 hours per week
• Must be available from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM and for the  entire 4-hour shift for days working
• Must be available on most  Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
• Must be available for  at least 4-12 hours per week going into the fall and beyond
• Knowledge of mathematics through at least Algebra
• Knowledge of reading concepts through at least the middle school level
• Prior experience working with children (formal or informal)
• Works well in a  fast-paced environment and is  highly detail-oriented
• Dependable, organized, and reliable

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in education, child development, or a related field
• Currently studying education or a related discipline
• Prior classroom, tutoring, or instructional support experience

Ideal Candidate Profile

• An education professional seeking a consistent part-time role for supplemental income
• An education student looking to build hands-on experience working with children
• Comfortable balancing student interaction with structured administrative work
• Able to manage multiple tasks efficiently without sacrificing accuracy