Assistant Preschool Teacher

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Company:
Leaf Spring Cornelius

Location:

18110 Statesville Rd. Cornelius, NC 28031 Job Type: Full-Time Compensation:
Competitive Pay | Based on Experience Industry: Early Childhood Education | Preschool | Child Care Services

Help Young Minds Grow — Become an Assistant Teacher at Leaf Spring Schools!

Do you love working with young children and want to play a meaningful role in their early development? Leaf Spring Schools is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Preschool Teacher to join our vibrant early learning community. If you’re passionate about child development, preschool support, and creating joyful, engaging learning environments, this is the opportunity for you!

Why Work at Leaf Spring Schools?

Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday!

Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts.

Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill

Paid training and continuing education opportunities

Tuition reimbursement for professional development

Meals provided daily

Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning

Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning

Your Role as an Assistant Teacher

As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll work closely with the Lead Teacher to deliver a nurturing, safe, and educational classroom environment for infants, toddlers, or preschool-age children. You’ll help implement play-based learning activities, manage classroom routines, and provide individualized attention that supports each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Key Responsibilities

Support daily routines, including circle time, story time, snack, outdoor play, and rest time

Assist with lesson planning and curriculum implementation based on children’s developmental needs and interests

Supervise children during classroom transitions, group play, and hands-on activities

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment aligned with state licensing regulations

Encourage independence, self-help skills, and social interaction through positive guidance strategies

Observe and document children’s behavior and milestones for communication with families and the teaching team

Provide age-appropriate support for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers, depending on the assigned classroom

Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a supportive, inclusive early childhood learning environment

Qualifications

Previous experience in child care, preschool, daycare, or toddler education (preferred)

Understanding of child development principles and developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)

Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young children

Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

Ability to multitask, follow classroom structure, and adapt to children’s needs

High school diploma or GED required

CDA or enrollment in Early Childhood Education courses (preferred but not required)

Make a Difference Every Day

If you’re ready to begin or grow your career in early childhood education and want to be part of a supportive school community that values your contributions, apply today to become an Assistant Preschool Teacher at Leaf Spring Schools!

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Leaf Spring School Corporate.