Assistant Teacher Part-Time | Schedule Determined by Director | $16 - 20/hr. Manassas Baptist Preschool is seeking a caring, dependable Assistant Teacher to support our Lead Classroom Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, Christ-centered, and developmentally appropriate environment for preschool children. About the Role The Assistant Teacher works alongside the Lead Classroom Teacher to support daily classroom activities, learning experiences, routines, transitions, and supervision. The role includes helping create a positive classroom environment where children are encouraged to grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, physically, and academically. Key Responsibilities Support the Lead Teacher with daily lessons, activities, and classroom preparation. Actively supervise and care for preschool children throughout the school day. Assist with classroom routines, transitions, meals, rest periods, and age-appropriate personal care. Encourage positive behavior, cooperation, kindness, and growing independence. Assist with arrival, dismissal, playground activities, and other classroom responsibilities. Communicate professionally with teachers, families, and preschool staff. Maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries. Follow all preschool safety, child-protection, emergency, and reporting procedures. Participate in required training and staff activities. Support the Christ-centered mission and values of Manassas Baptist Preschool. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent, as applicable to the position. Demonstrated love and respect for young children. Ability to work collaboratively with a Lead Teacher and follow direction. Dependable, professional, patient, and able to communicate effectively. Previous experience working with preschool-aged children is preferred. CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain required certification is preferred. Successful completion of required background checks and screenings. Ability to support the mission and faith-based environment of Manassas Baptist Preschool. Why MBC Preschool? This is an opportunity to serve children and families in a Christ-centered preschool environment while working as part of a caring and collaborative team. A complete job description outlining the responsibilities and expectations of the position will be provided to candidates who advance in the hiring process.
To Apply:
Submit Indeed Application, Three Professional References AND a Cover Letter Manassas Baptist Preschool is a ministry of Manassas Baptist Church. Employment practices are conducted in accordance with applicable law and church policy.
Pay:
$16.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 29.0 per week