- Salary
- $16+
- Location
- Freeport, ME, US
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- IT
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
Under the direction of the Preschool Director, The Preschool Aide – Afternoon Support provides assistance to preschool teachers during late afternoon hours to ensure a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children. This part-time role is responsible for supporting classroom activities, outdoor play, and end-of-day routines while fostering positive relationships with children and families.
Schedule:
- M-F: 4:00pm-5:30pm
Location: 14 Old South Freeport Road Freeport, Maine 04032 United States
Responsibilities
- Support teachers with classroom management, afternoon play, and outdoor activities
- Assist with transitions during pick-up time, ensuring a calm, safe, and organized process
- Engage children in age-appropriate games, crafts, and activities
- Provide supervision and maintain safety standards at all times
- Assist with light cleanup and organization of the classroom and materials at the end of the day
- Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for all children and families
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 16 years
- Prior experience working with children preferred, but not required
- Ability to maintain a positive, patient, and nurturing attitude
- Dependable and punctual, with consistent availability Monday through Friday
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
- Ability to engage with children at their level, both indoors and outdoors
- Frequent standing, bending, and ability to lift up to 25 lbs
- Work performed in a lively, active preschool setting with varying levels of noise and activity
Benefits
- Free personal membership
- Earned Paid Leave
- Generous program discounts
- Meaningful assistance programs like mentoring and retirement (403(b) and Y Retirement when eligible)
- Training, certification and advancement opportunities
