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PK Teacher Assistants Before & After School Leading Edge Extended Learning Matawan, NJ Job Details Part-time From $17 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Employee discount Qualifications High school diploma or

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PreK BeforeAfter Care - PBP CheesequakePBP Selover Monday-Friday | PreK BeforeAfter School Care | Sayreville, NJ Spend Your Afternoons Helping Our Youngest Learners Grow!

Position Overview:

Join our team as a Lead Teacher or Teaching Assistant in our PreK before and after care programs at PBP Cheesequake and PBP Selover. You'll work with 3- and 4-year-olds in a warm, play-based setting that helps them build early social, emotional and school-readiness skills. If you love working with young children, this is the role for you.

Hours:

Afternoons:

1:25 pm - 6:30 pm, Monday-Friday. You must be available to start at 1:25 pm.

Mornings:

6:55 am - 8:00 am, Monday-Friday (as needed) Early dismissal days: starts at 11:30 am (about once a month) Work up to about 30 hours per week, based on enrollment and your availability

Pay:

Teaching Assistant:

$17 + per hour About Leading Edge At Leading Edge, we cultivate a love of learning that helps students achieve lifetime success. We are a top provider of before and after-school programs across the country. Our PreK programs give young children a safe, nurturing and fun place to learn through play, make friends and build the confidence they'll carry into kindergarten and beyond. Why This Role is

Perfect For:

Early childhood educators and PreK or daycare staff looking for steady afternoon hours Students studying early childhood education, child development or teaching Parents seeking extra income during school hours Anyone who loves the curiosity and energy of preschoolers

Key Responsibilities:

Implement the Leading Edge curriculum through age-appropriate, play-based activities Support young children with routines, transitions, snack time and self-care Foster social-emotional growth, early literacy, fine motor skills and positive behavior Maintain a safe, clean and engaging classroom environment Maintain program quality according to company and NJ state licensing standards Maintain appropriate child-to-teacher ratios at all times Communicate warmly and professionally with families and school staff Complete administrative tasks such as attendance and licensing paperwork Lead Teachers also plan daily activities, guide Teaching Assistants and serve as a main point of contact for families

Requirements:

Must be 18 or older High school diploma or equivalent Monday-Friday availability, with the ability to start at 1:25 pm A genuine passion for working with preschool-aged children Reliable transportation

Teaching Assistants:

Childcare or early childhood experience preferred

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Free Calm Premium Subscription to reduce stress and improve wellness with guided meditations and sleep stories 100% employee discount for employees working 10+ hours per week Perks at Work, with exclusive discounts on travel, entertainment and everyday essentials Teacher Discounts, with additional savings specifically for educators 401(k) Plan to help secure your financial future Aflac Supplemental Insurance, optional additional coverage for peace of mind

Paid Inclement Weather Days:

stay safe during bad weather without losing pay by completing online training at home! Leading Edge is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. www.leadingedgekids.com