Early Childhood Teaching Assistant

Details

Posted: 16-Jul-26

Location: Foxborough, Massachusetts

Type: Part Time

Salary: 15-20

Categories

Early Childhood

Salary Details

Depending on experience.

Required Education

High School

Do you enjoy working with young learners and have the energy, patience, and creativity to support curious and enthusiastic toddlers?

The Sage School is seeking caring, flexible, and dependable Per Diem Assistant Teachers to support our Early Childhood Program, serving children ages 21 months to 4 years. Per diem staff play an important role in helping to maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment while supporting children through play-based, sensory-rich, and hands-on learning experiences.

This position is ideal for individuals interested in gaining experience in early childhood education within a collaborative and supportive school setting. For candidates who are a strong fit, there may be opportunities over time to grow into more consistent or full-time roles within the program.

The Sage School serves toddlers through Grade 8 students, enrolling approximately 150 students in Foxboro, MA. Sage, a school for gifted and talented students, is dedicated to offering advanced academics to students from the greater Boston and Providence areas. We are a small, cohesive, nurturing community that values the free expression of ideas, the individual contributions of our members, and all types of diversity.

We are committed to the core values of Passion, Excellence, Respect, and Collaboration. The Sage School does not discriminate in its hiring practices and seeks to maximize the diversity of the school in terms of class, gender, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, abilities/disabilities, and language.

• Supporting Lead Teachers in implementing age-appropriate, play-based curriculum and activities.
• Assisting with classroom routines and transitions in a warm, structured, and engaging manner.
• Helping maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Supporting children in developing foundational social and emotional skills, fostering independence, and encouraging curiosity.
• Assisting with health and safety routines, including diapering, potty training, and mealtimes.
• Collaborating with classroom teachers and staff to ensure continuity of care and support for students.
• Contributing positively to the broader school community and culture.

This is a per diem/as-needed position with flexible scheduling based on program needs. Opportunities for regular hours or future full-time employment may become available for candidates who demonstrate strong performance, reliability, and alignment with the mission and values of the school.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Experience working with toddlers or young children in a childcare, camp, educational, or early learning setting preferred.
• Familiarity with play-based and sensory learning approaches is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively, follow directions, and adapt to the needs of young learners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• A warm, patient, flexible approach and genuine enthusiasm for working with young children.

The Sage School Mission is to encourage our diverse community of gifted students to engage in academic challenges, nurture their love of learning and cultivate their humanity so they can serve, inspire, and create impact.