Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Job Position:
Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Location:

Conestoga Valley School District

Pay Rate: $21.00/hr

Shift: M-FR 8:00AM - 4:00PM

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and highly engaged Teacher Assistant to join our Pre-K Counts classroom team. This position plays a key role in supporting early childhood instruction by collaborating closely with the Pre-K Counts Teacher to provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool-aged children.

As part of a collaborative teaching team, the Teacher Assistant supports curriculum implementation, classroom operations, and the daily routines that foster school readiness. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, a child-centered approach, and knowledge of early childhood development.

• Actively participate in implementing lesson plans and providing individual, small-group, and whole-group learning activities as directed by the lead teacher.

• Engage children in spontaneous, play-based learning throughout the day.

• Employ a variety of instructional techniques that support cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development.

• Assist with preparing and organizing materials for classroom activities.

• Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment by supporting established routines and promoting positive behavior.

• Ensure proper child-to-staff ratios at all times.

• Support children with their basic needs, including meals, rest time, toileting, and hygiene.

• Supervise children during mealtimes, playground activities, and transitions.

• Monitor and document children’s development using approved assessment tools.

• Record observations and communicate findings to the lead teacher.

• Provide additional support to children with special needs in collaboration with the teacher and other professionals.

• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents regarding their child’s progress.

• Participate in family involvement activities as needed.

• Collaborate with teaching staff to support classroom planning, consistency, and program quality.

• Maintain knowledge of Pre-K Counts regulations and early childhood best practices.

• Attend all required meetings, training sessions, and early dismissal professional development days.

• Assist with classroom documentation and record-keeping in accordance with program policies.

Candidates must meet one of the following:

• Possession of a current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (Preschool), OR

• Completion of at least 2 years of postsecondary study (minimum 60 credits), OR

• Possession of an associate degree or higher in a related field

• Pre-employment medical examination

• Original background clearances:

  • DHS Child Abuse History Clearance

  • PA State Police Criminal Record Check

  • FBI Federal Criminal History Record (CHRI)

• Eligibility for medical coverage

• 6 paid holidays

• 35 hours of PTO

• 10-month schedule (190 days)

• Early dismissal days allotted for professional development

If you enjoy working with young children, value teamwork, and are interested in contributing to high-quality early childhood education, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.