YCDS Preschool Teacher Aide

Position Summary

York Country Day School is seeking a full-time Teacher Aide to join our well-established Early Childhood team. The Teacher Aide maintains and contributes to an exceptional learning environment for students aged 2 1/2 through 4 years. The Teacher Aide participates fully in the life of the school, including collaborating with the team in a mission-driven environment. Looking for an experienced, highly qualified, and energetic teacher aide as an addition to the YCDS Lower School faculty for the  school year.

The Preschool Teacher aide will be responsible for working with students ages 2 1/2 to 4 years old. The following are the responsibilities associated with this position:

• Assisting the lead teacher in maintaining a safe and clean classroom environment
• Giving individual and small group lessons as directed by the Lead Teacher
• Ensuring active supervision in the classroom and on playground
• Attending to the logistical aspects of the classroom and assisting the Lead Teacher
• Ensuring continuity of routines, activities, and behavioral standards in absence of the Lead Teacher
• Assisting with creating materials
• Supporting arrival and dismissal of students

• High School diploma or higher; CDA or Associates Degree preferred
• 2 to 5 years of experience working with young children
• Experience assisting in a classroom

• Support young children in their daily activities with kindness and patience
• Ability to carry out activities that promote early childhood development
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to professional growth and personal development