Preschool Associate Teacher (26-27 SY)

Job Description

Position: Pre-School Associate Teacher

Location: Multiple Locations

Reports To: Building Principal

Work Year: 172 Days, 35 Hours per week

Compensation: Competitive Compensation and benefits

Start Date: 2026-2027 School Year

Summary of Position:

The Associate Teacher supports instruction, classroom management, and student care while reinforcing concepts and skills introduced by the lead teacher. The position also includes non-instructional responsibilities that contribute to a well-organized, safe, and engaging learning environment, as well as building positive relationships with students and families.

Essential Functions:

(The following list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive list of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.)

• Assist in delivering lessons to individuals and small groups.
  
• Support development and implementation of developmentally appropriate learning activities.
  
• Assist in preparing materials and classroom resources.
  
• Reinforce concepts, skills, and behavior expectations set by the lead teacher.
  
• Support implementation of curriculum.
  
• Gather and document student assessment data to inform instruction.
  
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
  
• Support positive classroom climate and behavior systems (e.g., PBIS).
  
• Supervise students during indoor and outdoor activities.
  
• Assist with student self-care, grooming, and basic medical needs as required.
  
• Assist with transitions, including loading/unloading students from buses.
  
• Build positive relationships with students to support learning and development.
  
• Collaborate with lead teacher and staff in planning and instruction.
  
• Participate in meetings, IEPs (when appropriate), conferences, and school activities.
  
• Attend home visits, family events, and open houses.
  
• Develop and maintain positive partnerships with families.
  
• Communicate student needs and concerns to the lead teacher.
  
• Maintain student records and files.
  
• Complete clerical tasks such as attendance and documentation.
  
• Ensure compliance with licensing and program requirements.
  
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
  
• Participate in professional development and ongoing training.
  
• Duties as assigned by the building principal or designee

Employment Qualifications:

Must have one of the following educational requirements:

• An associate's degree (AA) in early childhood education or child development or the equivalent; or
  • A valid classroom CDA credential; or
    
  • Willingness to obtain CDA or an associate's degree in early childhood education or child development within two years from the date of hire.
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to attain.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and move frequently throughout the day
  
• Ability to sit on the floor and transition up and down regularly
  
• Ability to lift approximately 40-70 pounds (including assisting children)
  
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach
  
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
  
• Ability to hear and communicate effectively in noisy environments

Work Environment:

• Classroom-based preschool setting.
  
• Moderate to loud noise levels.
  
• Combination of indoor and outdoor work.
  
• Direct responsibility for student safety and well-being.

Non-Discrimination

Caledonia Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities