Teacher Aid – Temporary Cover

About the role

The Preschool Teacher Assistant supports the lead teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment for young children. This role involves assisting with classroom management, preparing instructional materials, supervising children during activities, and promoting positive social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans, learning activities, and educational games aligned with the preschool curriculum.
• Monitor children during classroom activities, playtime, meals, and outdoor play to ensure safety and promote positive behavior.
• Reinforce classroom rules and guide children in developing appropriate social and emotional skills.
• Set up and organize classroom materials, resources, and displays to support hands‑on learning and creativity.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free classroom environment, including sanitizing toys and equipment.
• Provide one‑on‑one or small‑group assistance to children who need extra help or emotional support.
• Observe children’s development and behavior and communicate concerns or progress to the lead teacher.
• Assist with daily routines such as arrivals, departures, toileting, meals, and rest time, fostering independence.
• Model respectful, inclusive, and cooperative behavior to promote a positive classroom culture.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher and other staff to ensure consistency in teaching practices and child care.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s Degree Lic. Educación Preescolar or equivalent (required).
• TKT Training Course.
• Prior experience working with young children in an educational or care setting (preferred).