Waltham Family School Preschool Assistant Teacher

WFS PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT

Summary:

The Waltham Family School (WFS) Preschool Assistant assists the WFS Preschool Lead Teacher and WFS Preschool Teacher in providing a developmentally appropriate, safe, and caring early childhood/preschool program for children three to five years old.

Waltham Family School, a program of the Waltham Public Schools, provides educational opportunities for families learning English which prepare the children for success in school and empower the parents to be partners with the schools in the education of their children.

Under the supervision of the WFS Preschool Lead Teacher, the WFS Preschool Assistant

* Assists in the preparation and maintenance of the curriculum

* Assists teachers with the routines of the day

* Engages parents/caretakers in a child's educational program.

* Works collaboratively with the WFS Preschool staff, volunteers and interns

* Works collaboratively with all WFS staff to provide a comprehensive family literacy program

Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience

* High School diploma or equivalent required

* Certification from the MA Department of Early Education and Care preferred

* At least one (1) year experience assisting in a preschool classroom or comparable experience with preschool aged children required

* Demonstrated ability to work under direction of teacher

* Experience and competencies working in a multiracial and multicultural environment.

* Ability to communicate effectively in English and in Spanish

Conditions of Employment:
1. CORI check
2. SAFIS/finger prints 3. Be able to lift 25-30 lbs. 4. Be able to walk, squat/kneel, sit on floor, see, hear, and speak with children to ensure children's health and safety

Reports To:

WFS Preschool Lead Teacher and Program Coordinator, Waltham Family School

Work Year:
Sept.
2026 to June 2027, includes a 4 week summer program in July.

Schedule:

Part-time, 19 hours/week;
Tues.

-Friday mornings, 8:15 AM-12:30 PM; additional planning , staff meeting and supervision time schedule to be determined.

Start Date:

July 2026 Hourly Rate: $21.00

Applicants must include:

* Cover letter of interest

* Resume

* Proof of high school diploma or equivalent

* Proof of appropriate EEC certification if applicable

* Three (3) current letters of recommendation

Non-Discrimination Notice:
Waltham Public Schools and the Waltham Family School do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender or sexual orientation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

WFS PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT 4.20.18

Under the guidance of the WFS Preschool Lead Teacher and Teacher:

* Assist in providing a developmentally appropriate, safe and caring early childhood education/ preschool program for children three, four and five years old enrolled in the Waltham Family School Preschool before entering kindergarten.

* Work within the variant developmental stages of children to assist in providing a curriculum in a structured environment that increases cognitive abilities, especially language and literacy; strengthens use of English language; increases social competence; develops and improves fine and gross motor abilities; and improves self-regulatory behaviors.

* Prepare and carryout activities with children on a1:1 basis and in small and large groups as requested by teachers

* Engage children in frequent interactions and conversations

* Assist in facilitating all classroom routines including snack, quiet reading, playground/gym, and in classroom maintenance and cleanliness

* Take children to the bathroom as needed.

* Communicate with parents; greet families and assist children when they arrive and leave school

* Assist with clerical work and maintenance of records as requested by WFS Preschool Lead Teacher; use confidential information for professional purposes only.

* Contribute to WFS Preschool Team weekly planning meetings; participate in staff development and training.

* Attend Waltham Family School staff meetings as requested and attend professional development opportunities as available.

* Participate in the program development of The Waltham Family School, including the development of a comprehensive curriculum for both parents and children,…