Assistant Preschool Teacher
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LeafSpring School at Ballantyne
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Assistant Preschool Teacher
LeafSpring School at Ballantyne
Posted 27 days ago
Full Time
Charlotte, North Carolina
In Person
Smart Summary
As an Assistant Teacher, you will collaborate with the Lead Teacher to create a safe, nurturing, and educational classroom for young children. Key duties include supporting daily routines, assisting with lesson plans, supervising children, maintaining a clean environment, and fostering social-emotional development.
LeafSpring School at Ballantyne is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Preschool Teacher. Key requirements include previous experience in childcare or early education, understanding of child development principles, and strong communication skills. A high school diploma or GED is required, with CDA or enrollment in Early Childhood Education courses preferred.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Child Development
Preschool Support
Classroom Management
Lesson Planning
Curriculum Implementation
Child Supervision
Safety
Organization
Positive Guidance
Communication
Teamwork
Adaptability
Job Description
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
Location: Charlotte, NC 28277
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Compensation: Competitive Pay | Based on Experience
Industry: Early Childhood Education | Preschool | Child Care Services
Help Young Minds Grow — Become an Assistant Teacher at LeafSpring Schools!Do you love working with young children and want to play a meaningful role in their early development? LeafSpring Schools is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Preschool Teacher to join our vibrant early learning community. If you’re passionate about child development, preschool support, and creating joyful, engaging learning environments, this is the opportunity for you!
Why Work at LeafSpring Schools?
- Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday!
- Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts.
- Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill
- Paid training and continuing education opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement for professional development
- Meals provided daily
- Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning
- Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning
Key Responsibilities
- Support daily routines including circle time, story time, snack, outdoor play, and rest time
- Assist with lesson planning and curriculum implementation based on children’s developmental needs and interests
- Supervise children during classroom transitions, group play, and hands-on activities
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment aligned with state licensing regulations
- Encourage independence, self-help skills, and social interaction through positive guidance strategies
- Observe and document children’s behavior and milestones for communication with families and the teaching team
- Provide age-appropriate support for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers, depending on assigned classroom
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a supportive, inclusive early childhood learning environment
- Previous experience in child care, preschool, daycare, or toddler education (preferred)
- Understanding of child development principles and developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)
- Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young children
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
- Ability to multitask, follow classroom structure, and adapt to children’s needs
- High school diploma or GED required
- CDA or enrollment in Early Childhood Education courses (preferred but not required)
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LeafSpring School at Ballantyne
LeafSpring Schools are differentiated by a proven approach to early childhood education that is validated by more than 35 years of successful operations. Our programs include infant, toddler, Pre-K, Private Kindergarten, school-age recreation, summer camps, and backup sick childcare. We incorporate leadership development as well as health and wellness initiatives at all ages. LeafSpring Schools provide stability and consistency for children in primary care learning groups, while individualizing the curriculum for each child. Our proprietary curriculum prepares children for secondary education from infancy in a nurturing environment that fosters a loving community at each of our schools. LeafSpring Schools currently has 14 schools in its portfolio throughout the mid-Atlantic, Indiana, and Texas, including one corporately owned location and 13 franchise schools. LeafSpring Schools corporate office is based in Richmond, Virginia.
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