Catapult Learning·West New York, New Jersey
The Assistant Teacher supports daily classroom operations and ensures a safe, nurturing environment for students during before and after school programs. Key duties include supervising students, implementing behavior management strategies, and fostering positive social-emotional development.
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The Assistant Teacher supports the instructional and supervisory responsibilities of the classroom by assisting with daily operations and student engagement. This role is integral to maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing environment within a before- and after-school program, as well as seasonal summer programming. The Assistant Teacher works collaboratively with staff to promote student engagement, social-emotional development, and positive behavior in alignment with program expectations. Program Hours: Before Care: 7:30 AM – 8:40 AM After Care: 2:45PM – 5:45 PM
Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment. Support child engagement, classroom organization, and daily program activities. Provide consistent supervision to ensure the safety and well-being of all students. Foster a positive and inclusive environment that promotes pro-social behavior and student engagement. Communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, and staff. Implement behavior management strategies aligned with program philosophy. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student and family information. Participate in required staff meetings, training, and school events. Complete a minimum of 12 hours of annual professional development, including required orientation training. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations outlined in the New Jersey Manual of Requirements for Child Care Centers. Perform additional duties as assigned to support program OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS: Must complete Child Abuse Record Information Background Check. Must complete a Criminal History Record Information Background Check. Must Complete a Mandated 10 hour Health and Safety Training Working knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred and Internet Applications. Part-Time Benefits at Catapult Learning As a valued part-time team member, you’ll have access to: Pay for this role is $16-$18/hour Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support 401(k) eligibility after meeting age and service requirements Access to employee perks and discounts Workers’ comp coverage and applicable state leave protections We’re committed to supporting your impact with students—and beyond.
USD $16.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr. Physical Requirements
Light lifting, walking, climbing stairs.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma and be certified in Pediatric/CPR and First Aid. Additional requirements include passing criminal background checks and completing a mandated 10-hour health and safety training.
Market context
Before- and after-school assistant teacher roles in New Jersey are often tied to childcare and school-age program staffing needs, so candidates with current Pediatric CPR/First Aid and required training are typically competitive. This role stands out for its compliance requirements and child-safety focus, and the listed requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review details faster. Before applying, confirm your certification status and background-check readiness so you can move quickly.