Preschool Teacher Assistant

Job overview

The Preschool Teacher Assistant role is onsite in Rapid City, SD, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 40 hours per week. Compensation is not specified; the posting states wage DOE. The position supports Youth & Family Services’ Child Development Center. The assistant helps maintain a safe, supportive learning environment and works with children and families to encourage development toward school readiness, while supporting classroom activities and daily operations.

What you'll do

• Assist the teacher with classroom operations, lesson plans, field trips, and daily activities
• engage children in play and learning
• supervise children for safety
• maintain records and confidentiality
• support behavior guidelines
• assist with family conferences and assigned transportation
• attend meetings and training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

preschool teacher assistant

rapid city sd

youth & family services

child development center

monday–friday

40 hours/week

early childhood

classroom support

child safety

school readiness

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• long-term disability and life insurance
• paid holidays
• paid vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) and retirement or pension options.

Why this role

High school diploma or GED required; experience working with children required. A Child Development Associate credential or early childhood education degree may be required for some positions.

About the employer

Youth & Family Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.