Educational Assistant

Kindergarten Educational Assistant

Reports to: Division Head – The Daisy Lane School

Status: FT, Exempt

Salary Range

$32,000 – $34,000. Salary commensurate with experience.

About Holy Trinity

Holy Trinity

An Episcopal School is a Pre-School through 8th Grade school grounded in Episcopal values, academic excellence, and a strong sense of purpose. Located on two campuses in Prince George’s County, one in Bowie and one in Glenn Dale, the school offers a comprehensive education within a nurturing, safe, and welcoming community. Students benefit from a challenging academic environment supported by the resources needed to excel academically, artistically, athletically, and spiritually. Holy Trinity encourages students to pursue excellence and embrace responsibility.

Holy Trinity seeks dedicated educators who support our mission and are passionate about being part of a transformative educational experience, one that cultivates each student’s God-given talents and helps shape them into their best selves.

Position Summary

The Daisy Lane School serves as the Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten division of Holy Trinity School, located in Glenn Dale, Maryland. We seek qualified candidates who are enthusiastic about delivering developmentally appropriate instruction within a preschool setting and are comfortable implementing a preschool-based curriculum to guide classroom learning experiences. Ideal candidates will demonstrate creativity, a proactive and adaptable mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with students, colleagues, and families. A positive attitude and the flexibility to adjust to the dynamic nature of a preschool classroom are essential.

The Kindergarten Educational Assistant reports directly to the Head of The Daisy Lane School. On a daily basis, the Lead Teacher will provide direction, expectations, and specific assignments. The Preschool Assistant Teacher is also expected to carry out additional duties related to the role, as needed and as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support aligned with the curriculumestablishedby The Daisy Lane School and Holy Trinity School.
• Assistin developing and implementing individualized, small-group, and whole-class instructional activities that address both student and classroom needs. Support students in making successful transitions to the next grade levelin accordance withthe prescribed curriculum and under the guidance of the Lead Teacher.
• Prepare andutilizeinstructional materials that promote growth in key developmental areas for preschool students, including academic, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Collaborate closely with the Lead Teacher to develop lesson plans that align with established preschool standards, goals, andobjectives.
• Work collaboratively with the Lead Teacher to create andmaintaina safe, healthy, and supportive classroom environment.
• Establish andmaintaineffective classroom management practices that encourage active participation while preserving the natural, informal atmosphere of a preschool setting.
• Demonstrate warmth, care, and fairness toward all students, building strong, positive relationships with each child.
• Foster a culture of respect within the classroom and throughout the school community when interacting with students, colleagues, families, and administrators.
• Support the Lead Teacher in assessing student progress andmaintainingaccurateand detailed records, which will be reviewed periodically by the Head of The Daisy Lane School.
• Participate actively in scheduled parent-teacher conferences alongside the Lead Teacher.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all professional matters.
• Demonstrate readiness and ability to assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Lead Teacher.
• Receive feedback, suggestions, and constructive criticism from colleagues and administrators with professionalism and openness.
• Demonstrate reliability through consistent punctuality and attendance, including participation in school-related events.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through in-house training, workshops, and coursework offered by accredited institutions and recognized educational organizations.

Qualifications

• Required
• High School Diploma or GED
• Current CPR certification
• Strongoral and written interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiencyin computer applications, including but not limited to the Microsoft Office Suite

• Preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 90-hr Child Care Certification
• Familiarity with and experience implementing the Responsive Classroom approach
• Prior experience working in an educational or early childhood setting

Disclosure(s)

Candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protection Services screening, and MSDE Employment History Review for Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct, and a driving record screening before employment.