Preschool Teacher Assistant

Job overview

The Preschool Teacher Assistant role is onsite in Overland Park, KS, and pays $13.61–$17.69 per hour. Cadence Education describes a research-based curriculum in warm, home-like environments and a mission to create bright futures for children, families, and educators. Under classroom leadership, the assistant supports daily activities and curriculum implementation while helping maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment. The role responds to children’s developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs and supports safety and licensing compliance.

What you'll do

• Support a positive classroom environment
• greet children and families
• assist with individual needs and follow IEPs and behavioral plans as directed
• support curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs
• communicate with families and coworkers
• follow safety and supervision procedures
• document and report incidents
• participate in required meetings, training, and professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

preschool teacher assistant

early childhood education

overland park ks

cadence education

full-time

$13.61–$17.69/hr

classroom support

child development

iep support

safety and supervision

flexible schedule

state licensing

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• On-demand pay, 50% childcare tuition discount, 401(k) with employer match, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and pet insurance, paid time off and holidays, paid life insurance, paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development.

Why this role

Schedules may vary with enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs; shifts are not guaranteed to be eight hours; an associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required if state licensing requirements are met.

About the employer

888-Cleveland is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.