Assistant Teacher

Assistant Teacher

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

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The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, apply by August 19, 2026.

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Business

Title:

Assistant Teacher

Applications Accepted From Public:
Open to the Public

• medical
• vision
• dental
• basic and supplemental life
• winter break closure
• paid holidays
• educational benefits for you and eligible dependents
• sick leave
• vacation
• retirement

The Early Childhood Assistant Teacher works with an Assistant Professor of Instruction/ Early Childhood Teacher in a classroom teaching and caring for the daily needs and education of young children. They model appropriate practice for ECEE Teacher Candidates and communicate about the classroom and children. They build relationships with families and communicate with them daily.

• Teach and care for young children following developmentally appropriate practices, Early Learning Content Standards and licensing rules. Plan and coordinate activities to meet children’s developmental and educational needs. Model appropriate practices for ECEE Teacher Candidates.
• Full responsibility of the classroom for 2 hours per day and any time in the absence of the Assistant Professor of Instruction (Teacher). This includes planning and implementing classroom routines and activities as well as communication with families and ECEE Teacher Candidates.
• Beyond working directly with children, they share responsibilities with Assistant Professor of Instruction to complete documentation for licensing and accreditation. They support the Assistant Professor of Instruction with curriculum, twice-yearly family teacher conferences and reports and may work on other classroom or Center needs aligning with their interests and skills. They also are responsible for completing required licensing training and participating in ongoing professional development as determined by the Center director.

Provides care and education to children. Provides support and communication to families. Supervises educational program activities and operations.

Level

Summary:

Performs professional-level work that involves basic, operational problem-solving. Independently resolves day-to-day issues and executes clearly defined tasks. Provides data analysis and informational insights to support decision-making.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None; may assist with training student employees. Fiscal Responsibilities:
No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions. Problem Solving:
Solves routine problems with defined processes and guidance. Independence of Action:
Works under close supervision. Communication and

Collaboration:

Collaborates with peers and follows guidance from supervisor.

This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and less than 3 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.

• Experience with Reggio Emilia inspired work, emergent curriculum, and nature

• Pay Range: $14.65-$22.71
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt
• Job Category:
  Administrative
• at-will appointment
• Employment Type:
  
  full-time regular
• Job Family:
  Education
• Job Sub Family:
  Early Childhood Education
• Job Level: IC1

• Job Open Date: 08/04/2026
• Posting End Date: 08/19/2026

• This is a full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week.
• Schedule varies based on…