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Job Description

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Job Title: Pre-K Teaching Assistant

Location: St. Anthony School, Yonkers, NY Employment Type: Part Time (25hrs a week) Start Date: Immediate Opening

About Us:

St. Anthony School is a nurturing and inclusive Catholic school dedicated to helping children grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Our Pre-K program emphasizes play-based learning, creativity, and the development of foundational skills in a caring, supportive setting.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate, energetic, and reliable Pre-K Teaching Assistant to support our lead teacher in creating a positive and engaging classroom environment. The ideal candidate loves working with young children, communicates effectively, and brings patience, enthusiasm, and teamwork to the classroom each day.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lessons and activities aligned with the curriculum.
• Supervise and engage with children during playtime, meals, and rest periods.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Support individual students' learning and social-emotional needs.
• Communicate effectively with staff, and administrators.
• Encourage positive behavior and model kindness, respect, and curiosity.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom or childcare setting.
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs

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