Assistant Preschool Teacher

**Benefits:** - 401(k) - 401(k) matching - Competitive salary - Dental insurance - Free food & snacks - Free uniforms - Health insurance - Paid time off - Training & development - Tuition assistance - Vision insurance - Wellness resources **Company:** LeafSpring Cornelius **Location:** 18110 Statesville Rd. Cornelius, NC 28031 **Job Type:** Full-Time **Compensation:** Competitive Pay | Based on Experience **Industry:** Early Childhood Education | Preschool | Child Care Services **Help Young Minds Grow — Become an Assistant Teacher at LeafSpring Schools!** Do you love working with young children and want to play a meaningful role in their early development? **LeafSpring Schools** is looking for a **dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Preschool Teacher** to join our vibrant early learning community. If you’re passionate about **child development, preschool support, and creating joyful, engaging learning environments**, this is the opportunity for you! **Why Work at LeafSpring Schools?** - **Paid time off and holidays**, including your birthday! - **Work-life balance is a priority:** no evening or weekend shifts. - **Heavily discounted tuition** and **free access to the Get Well Place** for your own child when ill - **Paid training** and **continuing education** opportunities - **Tuition reimbursement** for professional development - **Meals provided** daily - Positive, **team-driven culture** focused on collaboration and learning - Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning **Your Role as an Assistant Teacher** As an Assistant Teacher, you’ll work closely with the **Lead Teacher** to deliver a nurturing, safe, and educational classroom environment for infants, toddlers, or preschool-age children. You’ll help implement **play-based learning activities**, manage classroom routines, and provide individualized attention that supports each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development. **Key Responsibilities** - Support daily routines, including **circle time, story time, snack, outdoor play, and rest time** - Assist with **lesson planning and curriculum implementation** based on children’s developmental needs and interests - Supervise children during classroom transitions, group play, and hands-on activities - Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment aligned with **state licensing regulations** - Encourage independence, self-help skills, and social interaction through **positive guidance strategies** - Observe and document children’s behavior and milestones for communication with families and the teaching team - Provide age-appropriate support for **infants, toddlers, or preschoolers**, depending on the assigned classroom - Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a supportive, inclusive early childhood learning environment **Qualifications** - Previous experience in **child care, preschool, daycare, or toddler education** (preferred) - Understanding of **child development principles** and **developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)** - Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young children - Strong communication skills and a **team-oriented mindset** - Ability to multitask, follow classroom structure, and adapt to children’s needs - High school diploma or GED required - CDA or enrollment in Early Childhood Education courses (preferred but not required) **Make a Difference Every Day** If you’re ready to begin or grow your career in early childhood education and want to be part of a supportive school community that values your contributions, **apply today** to become an **Assistant Preschool Teacher at LeafSpring Schools**! Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour ### Make a **Difference** LeafSpring School has been the standard of excellence in early education and school-age recreation for over 35 years, providing an enriching environment and a nurturing school setting for children and their families. We are a nationally recognized early childhood educati…