Preschool Teacher Assistant

About the role

The Preschool Teacher Assistant works alongside the lead teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children. This role supports daily classroom activities, helps maintain a clean and secure setting, and contributes to each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in delivering lesson plans, educational games, and learning activities aligned with the preschool curriculum.
• Monitor children during classroom work, playtime, meals, and outdoor activities to ensure safety and promote positive behavior.
• Reinforce classroom rules and guide children in developing appropriate social and emotional skills.
• Prepare and organize learning materials, resources, and displays to support hands‑on learning.
• Maintain a clean, hazard‑free environment by sanitizing toys, surfaces, and equipment.
• Provide one‑on‑one or small‑group support for children needing extra assistance or emotional guidance.
• Observe children’s development and communicate observations or concerns to the lead teacher.
• Assist with daily routines such as arrivals, departures, toileting, meals, and rest time to foster independence.
• Model respectful, inclusive behavior and collaborate with other staff to ensure consistent teaching practices.

Required profile

Required skills