PARK EAST ACADEMY INC·East Point, Georgia
The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in maintaining a safe, clean, and engaging environment for infants and toddlers. They are responsible for assisting with daily routines and documenting children's developmental milestones.
At Park Schools, we believe that the earliest years of a child's life are essential to building a strong foundation for future learning and development. Our Nido program provides a warm, nurturing, and responsive environment where infants and toddlers feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore the world around them.
We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Assistant Teacher who is passionate about supporting young children and working collaboratively within a child-centered learning community.
The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in creating a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for infants and toddlers. The ideal candidate is nurturing, dependable, and committed to supporting children's growth and well-being.
Assist the Lead Teacher with daily classroom activities and routines.
Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment.
Support children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
Observe and document children's progress and developmental milestones.
Provide nurturing care and guidance throughout the day.
Assist with classroom preparation, materials, and learning activities.
Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
Follow school policies, health standards, and safety procedures.
Background in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
Experience working with infants and toddlers is a plus.
Passion for working with young children and supporting their development.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to learn.
Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.
What We Offer: Supportive and collaborative school community
Opportunities for professional development
Meaningful work supporting children's early learning journey
Positive and nurturing work environment
If you are passionate about early childhood education and enjoy helping young children learn and grow, we encourage you to apply.
Apply today and become part of the Park Schools community.
A background in Early Childhood Education is preferred, along with a passion for supporting young children's growth. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a commitment to professional development.
Market context
In Georgia, assistant teacher roles in early childhood settings are often shaped by steady demand for dependable classroom support and strong family communication. This type of position is competitive because schools look for candidates who bring early childhood experience, a nurturing approach, and a willingness to keep developing professionally. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show experience supporting young children and working well with a school community.