PreK Assistant Teacher
Rocketship Public Schools·Washington, District of Columbia
Rocketship Public Schools·Washington, District of Columbia
The PreK Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in implementing daily lessons, facilitating small-group instruction in foundational skills, and monitoring student progress to ensure all children meet learning goals. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe, structured classroom culture, reinforcing behavioral expectations, and assisting with daily routines including hygiene and self-care.
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The PreK Assistant Teacher works in close partnership with the Lead Teacher and school leadership team to support a joyful, structured, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. In this role, Assistant Teachers contribute to a classroom culture where students feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.
Assistant Teachers help implement daily classroom routines, support small-group instruction, reinforce behavioral expectations, and provide targeted academic support to ensure all students make progress. They play an important role in maintaining a productive classroom environment and helping young learners build foundational academic and social-emotional skills.
PreK Assistant Teachers collaborate closely with their classroom team and report to an Assistant Principal.
This role is designed to provide hands-on classroom experience for individuals interested in developing their skills as early childhood educators. Through collaboration, coaching, and professional development, Assistant Teachers gradually take on increased responsibility in the classroom and build the skills necessary for continued growth in education.
PreK Assistant Teachers report to an Assistant Principal. The following are essential functions:
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Contribute to a Safe and Productive Classroom Environment
Help maintain a positive classroom culture by reinforcing behavioral expectations and encouraging student engagement in learning
Support transitions, routines, and structures throughout the school day to ensure students remain focused and supported
Assist with classroom management and help ensure that all students have access to a safe and productive learning environment
Support young students in developing independence with daily routines, including hygiene, self-care, and restroom routines such as potty training when needed
\n $19 - $23.50 an hour \n
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children.
The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.
Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and wellness benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.
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Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to eliminating the opportunity gap and a passion for working with young children, supporting their academic and social-emotional growth. Experience in a classroom or youth development setting is strongly preferred, and while a Bachelor's degree is preferred, the role is designed for individuals interested in gaining classroom experience and pursuing further growth in education.
Market context
In the District of Columbia, teaching assistant roles are often shaped by steady demand in K-12 settings and by staffing needs tied to classroom support, student supervision, and early learning programs. These positions can be competitive because employers may look for a CDA, an associate degree, or a high school diploma with specific credits or certifications, along with the ability to lift 40 pounds and work outdoors in varied weather. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; review the credential details and prepare to show how your experience fits the physical demands before applying.