Preschool Teacher Assistant
$28,080,000–$36,504,000 year
On-siteKennesaw, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Greet children and families daily while supporting classroom staff with planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum. Assist in recognizing and responding to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavioral support plans. Maintain a safe, nurturing environment by adhering to safety procedures such as Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy protocols, and Safe Sleep practices, while documenting and reporting incidents per policy. Communicate professionally with families, coworkers, and leadership using approved tools. Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development, which may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours. This role is part of Cadence Education's collaborative culture, offering 50% childcare tuition discounts and paid CDA reimbursement.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to consistently follow safety procedures, including Name‐to‐Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle‐feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
- Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
- Must meet minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
- Must meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher Assistant in a licensed childcare center.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
- Flexibility is essential.
- Work schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to be eight‐hour shifts.
- Daily start and end times may vary and cannot be guaranteed.
Desired Qualifications
- If you love working with young children and have experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact while supporting a fun, engaging classroom environment.
- Prior early childhood or classroom experience is preferred.
- CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are satisfied.
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred, but not required if state licensing requirements are met.
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