Assistant Teacher

Position Overview

Landmark Preschool is seeking a full-time assistant teacher for its Westport, CT location. The ideal candidate will have flexibility, a positive attitude, and enjoy working with young students.

Job Responsibilities (include but not limited to)

• Aid the classroom teacher in implementing planned activities and lesson plans that support children's age-appropriate development.
• Prepare materials and classroom set-up for class activities and lessons.
• Use appropriate language, interactions, and positive discipline, modeling positive behavior.
• Participate in large and small group activities, providing assistance and support during specials.
• Engage and lead students in learning and play.
• Maintain classroom safety by monitoring children at all times.
• Supervise children appropriately, including during indoor and outdoor recess.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and families, directing parent inquiries to the head teacher.
• Support the head teacher with activity setup/cleanup and classroom support as needed.
• Follow Landmark Preschool's policies and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• At least 2 years of experience working with children; classroom experience a plus.
• Ability to work and move around with young, active children, including regular bending, kneeling, and stretching.
• Experience with technology and proficiency in Microsoft Suite.

This is an hourly position with a pay range of $20-23/hour. Schedules vary. The academic school year runs from August 25, 2026 - June 11, 2027.

To apply, please send your resume to Siobhan Powers, Preschool Director at spowers@landmarkpreschool.org.

Ridgefield Academy/Landmark Preschool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any employment practice on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.