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 

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• 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

• 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

• 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