Job detail
Preschool Teacher Assistant
Cadence Academy Preschool
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/10/2026
Location
Gig Harbor, Washington
Salary
$17 - $23 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The teacher assistant supports daily classroom activities and the implementation of educational programs under the direction of the school director and lead teacher. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, nurturing environment while assisting with the developmental, behavioral, and learning needs of children.
Requirements summary
Candidates should have experience in childcare or early childhood education and must meet state licensing requirements for a teacher assistant. An associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field is preferred.
associate degreebachelor degreeprofessional certificateCommunicationDocumentationChildcareBehavioral supportRelationship buildingClassroom managementEarly childhood educationCurriculum implementationIEP implementationSafety supervisionFood allergy managementSafe sleep practices
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Competitive pay
- Professional development
- Pet insurance
- On-demand pay
- Childcare tuition discount