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Shu Academy Preschool

Preschool Assistant Director/Lead Teacher

Pay: $33–$36/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: San Mateo, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/7/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$44,687 / year median in California

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Preschool Assistant Director/Lead Teacher Shu Academy Preschool San Mateo, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time | Contract | Internship $33 - $36 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Professional development assistance Qualifications School experience Childcare Teamwork Continuous improvement Organizational skills

Classroom Teaching Child Development Associate Certification Teaching Full Job Description Qualifications:

Prior experience teaching in a preschool setting Strong communication and organizational skills Reliable, punctual, and highly responsible Comfortable working in all classrooms with all ages, including infants and toddlers Energetic, collaborative, and proactive in supporting teachers and center operations Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Serve as a lead teacher in the preschool classroom alongside another teacher Support curriculum implementation and classroom management Communicate effectively with parents, teachers, and the Center Director Assist with children's developmental documentation and observations Become familiar with and support daily center operations Contribute to administrative tasks and continuous improvement efforts Work closely with the management team to support and grow the center This role requires someone who enjoys both classroom engagement and administrative work , and who is eager to grow with the school. How to

Apply:

Please submit your resume via email to or call/text (510) 936-0199

Job Types:

Internship, Contract, Part-time, Full-time Pay:

$33.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

Experience:

Teaching:

3 years (Preferred)

Childcare:

3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person