Preschool Assistant Teacher

First United Methodist Church - Preschool is looking for a teacher's assistant for our 2025-26 school year, starting in August. The ideal candidate will have an interest and love of working with children and be able to act as a role model and inspire students to achieve their own levels of success in a play based atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Lead Teacher implement Teachers lessons plans
• Patience and willingness to console children that are at school for the first time
• Work with students to create appropriate learning experiences that foster student growth
• Prepare classroom materials (e.g., posters, crafts, games, videos, etc.)to help promote student engagement and learning
• Ensure classroom safety by maintaining a safe environment and following safety procedures
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Assistants - High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred - Colorado Shines Level 1
• Experience working with preschoolers
• Background check and Fingerprinting will be done as part of the hiring process

Pay: $16.50 - $17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person