GA PreK Assistant Teacher

About the role

Join our team as an Associate Universal Pre-K Teacher, where you'll work alongside dedicated educators to create a warm, engaging environment that supports curiosity, confidence, and growth. Supporting 4- and 5-year-old children as they prepare for kindergarten, you'll play an important role in building the early learning foundation that helps children thrive in school and beyond. Full-time and part-time positions are available with our Georgia PreK students at our Bright Horizons- Little Apron Academy location near Smyrna, GA. Working hours are from 7:30am–4:00pm.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher in planning and executing daily activities
• Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones
• Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED
• 1 year of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred
• Child Development Associate (CDA), associate, or bachelor's degree in early education or related field is preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for 4- and 5-year-old children is required
• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks

Physical requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, or hold children with a range of weight from 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally lift, carry, or hold weight more than 40 pounds
• Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in activities
• Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements
• This position requires in-person work in the Smyrna, GA area

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $16.85 – $20.95 per hour. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools
• Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family