Preschool Teaching Assistant

About the role

The Preschool Teacher Assistant supports the lead teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment for young children. The role involves assisting with classroom management, preparing instructional materials, supervising activities, and promoting positive social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans, learning activities, and educational games aligned with the preschool curriculum.
• Monitor children during classroom activities, playtime, meals, and outdoor play to ensure safety and promote positive behavior.
• Reinforce classroom rules and guide children in developing appropriate social and emotional skills.
• Set up and organize classroom materials, resources, and displays to support hands‑on learning and creativity.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free classroom environment, including sanitising toys and equipment.
• Provide one‑on‑one or small‑group assistance to children who need extra help or emotional support.
• Observe children’s development and behavior, communicating concerns or progress to the lead teacher.
• Support daily routines such as arrivals, departures, toileting, meals, and rest time, fostering independence.

Required profile

• Bachelor's Degree Lic. Educación Preescolar or equivalent (required) and completion of a TKT Training Course.
• Prior experience working with young children in an educational or care setting (preferred).