Job detail
Preschool Teacher Assistant
Cadence Academy Preschool
PART_TIME
Posted 4/21/2026
Location
Paramus, New Jersey
Salary
$16 - $19 / 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 must meet state licensing qualifications for a teacher assistant and possess the ability to follow safety and supervision protocols. While an associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education is preferred, it is not required if state licensing standards are met.
associate degreebachelor degreeprofessional certificateCommunicationDocumentationCollaborationSupervisionChildcareBehavioral supportRelationship buildingSafety proceduresClassroom managementEarly childhood education
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Professional development
- Pet insurance
- Childcare tuition discount