Preschool Teacher's Aide (Abbott Preschool Program) - Full Year Employment

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Bilingual (English/Spanish) Preschool Teacher's Aide to join our Abbott Preschool Program at Reino Mágico Child Care Center in Union City, NJ.

The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education and has a strong understanding of child development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues. This individual will work collaboratively with the Lead Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive.

Year-round employment – Enjoy consistent, full-time employment throughout the year. During the summer, you'll work in our engaging Summer Program, allowing you to maintain your income without a seasonal layoff.

If you're committed to making a positive impact in the lives of young children and enjoy working as part of a supportive, collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate classroom activities during the Preschool day.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
• Assist with classroom management, daily routines, and transitions.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom.
• Wraparound/After-School Program: 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Additional compensation of $18.00 per hour for all wraparound/summer hours worked.)

Requirements

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preschool CDA required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a licensed child care or preschool setting.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• High energy, a positive attitude, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Must successfully pass all required background checks and meet New Jersey licensing and Abbott Preschool Program requirements.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including frequent walking, standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, lifting classroom materials and children when necessary, using hands and fingers to handle classroom materials, and communicating effectively with children, families, and staff.

Nice To Haves

• The ideal candidate may have or be willing to pursue Preschool CDA certification.
• Fluency in Spanish is a desirable skill.
• Supervisory experience and organizational abilities would be highly valued.
• The ability to multitask and prioritize effectively would be an asset.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

About Us

Bright Beginnings Learning Academy - Reino Magico Child Care is a warm, caring early childhood program committed to nurturing young children's growth and development through engaging activities and meaningful relationships.

We deeply value our dedicated educators and strive to create a supportive, collaborative environment where both children and staff can thrive and feel inspired.