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About This Role Village Green Nursery School: Part-Time Assistant Teacher Village Green Nursery School is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Part-Time Assistant Teacher to join our play-based preschool community. At Village Green Nursery School, we are committed to providing a warm, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment where children are encouraged to explore, create, and grow. Through hands-on experiences and meaningful play, we help children discover the joy of learning while building confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of discovery. Position Summary The Assistant Teacher works closely with the Head Teacher to support the daily operation of the classroom and help create a safe, engaging, and welcoming environment for young children. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working as part of a team and is passionate about early childhood education. Schedule This is a part-time, school-year position. Hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. (includes classroom setup and cleanup) Additional hours may be available during the week based on the needs of the program. Village Green Nursery School operates from late August through mid-June and is closed during the summer months. What You'll Do • Assist the Head Teacher in implementing daily classroom activities and routines. • Review lesson plans and help prepare classroom materials before children arrive. • Supervise children throughout the day, ensuring their safety and well-being. • Foster positive relationships with children and families through kindness, professionalism, and excellent communication. • Use positive guidance and developmentally appropriate behavior management techniques. • Monitor classroom learning areas as directed by the Head Teacher. • Assist with classroom setup, cleanup, and maintaining an organized learning environment. • Work collaboratively with the teaching team while following Village Green Nursery School policies and procedures. • Attend required staff meetings, annual training, and a small number of evening school events throughout the year. Requirements • Have a genuine love of working with preschool-aged children. • Be dependable, organized, flexible, and able to manage multiple tasks in a busy classroom. • Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as basic computer skills. • Work well as part of a collaborative teaching team. • Be committed to providing a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment. • Must clear a full background check. • Must pass required health screenings. • CPR and First Aid certified or willing to obtain. • Administration of Medication and Epi-Pen training or willingness to obtain. • Lift a minimum of 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors. • Must be able to assume low-level postures to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children. • Must have or be willing to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Nice to Have • 1-3 years’ experience working with children. Benefits • Paid Leave • Child Care Discount • Professional Development • Assistant Teachers are allotted 3 paid days off per year, plus paid holidays • Eligible for Bonus • Employee discount • Professional development assistance