Preschool Teacher Assistant

Job overview

The Preschool Teacher Assistant works onsite in Olympia, WA. The posting lists an hourly pay range of $17.15–$22.30. The role supports Cadence Education’s early childhood programs and classroom environment. Working under the School Director and classroom leadership, the assistant helps maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging setting that supports children’s learning and developmental needs. The role assists with curriculum and program activities, responds to individual needs as directed, communicates with families and coworkers, and follows safety, supervision, and licensing procedures.

What you'll do

• Support a positive classroom environment
• greet children and families
• assist with individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavior plans as directed
• support curriculum planning and implementation
• communicate with families and staff
• document and report incidents
• follow safety and supervision procedures
• attend required meetings, training, and professional development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

preschool

teacher assistant

early childhood education

classroom support

child development

olympia wa

cadence education

iep support

safety and supervision

flexible scheduling

childcare tuition discount

$17.15–$22.30 per hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

An associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field is preferred but not required if state licensing requirements are met. Schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to be eight-hour shifts.

About the employer

806-Cooper Point is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.