Pre-K Teacher Assistant — Kiddie Karrasel AcademyLeClaire, Iowa | Fall 2026 | Full-Time
Kiddie Karrasel Academy, a NAEYC-accredited childcare center with over 35 years of serving families in the LeClaire area, is hiring a Pre-K Teacher Assistant for Fall 2026. This position supports our Pre-K classroom in partnership with Pleasant Valley Community School District and is ideal for someone who is passionate about early childhood education and ready to make a meaningful impact.
Start Date: On or before August 3, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Friday, availability required between 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Responsibilities
- Assist the lead Pre-K teacher in implementing a Creative Curriculum-based program
- Support daily routines, small group activities, and individual learning experiences
- Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment
- Observe and document children's progress and behavior
- Communicate positively and professionally with families and staff
- Participate in team meetings, training, and professional development
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience working in a licensed childcare or school setting
- Minimum credential: Child Development Associate (CDA) or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
- Strong understanding of developmentally appropriate practice
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Dependable, punctual, and professional
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field
- Experience with NAEYC-accredited programs
- Familiarity with Creative Curriculum or similar research-based curriculum
- Bilingual (Spanish/English or other language) strongly encouraged to apply
- Experience working with children with diverse learning needs
Why KKA? We are a close-knit, professionally driven team committed to high-quality early childhood education. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for continued professional development including T.E.A.C.H. ECE scholarship eligibility, and the satisfaction of working in a program families have trusted for decades.
To Apply: Send your resume and a brief cover letter to kiddiekarrasel@gmail.com
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis — apply early.
Kiddie Karrasel Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
