Preschool Teacher Assistant (Early Childhood Education)

Position: Preschool Teacher Assistant (Early Childhood Education) Pay Rate: $17.50/hour Application Deadline: July 21, 2026 Start Date: Immediately or August 17th, 2026 Want to have a lasting positive impact on kids and your community? As the Preschool Teacher Assistant, you would be responsible for assisting with daily preparation and implementation of program activities and maintaining a safe recreational and learning environment for the children. This position will work directly with children and parents on a daily basis. Must be available MWF between 8am-2pm. **Minimum Requirements: ** - Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application. - Be able to obtain CPR/First Aid and Universal Precautions Training. - Pass a TRAILS background check and an FBI fingerprint background check. - Be committed to being a positive role model with youth! As a Part-Time Foothills employee, benefits include: - FREE use of our recreation/fitness centers, swimming pools, and ice arena - FREE drop-in fitness classes (includes but is not limited to yoga, Zumba and aerobic classes) - Golf discounts ($3 - $14 for 9 holes depending on day of week, free driving range and more!) - Discounts on other recreation programs/classes - Flexible schedule - Accrued sick time (1 hour for every 30 hours worked) - Wellness Program- earn points for additional program discounts/free classes - Scholarship Program (eight $500 scholarships awarded per year) - Eligible to participate in 401(k) plan About us: Creating Community, Enhancing Health, Inspiring Play! We fulfill our mission by providing a variety of recreational services, programs and activities for both youth and adults. We operate three recreation centers, two golf courses, a two-sheet ice arena, swimming pools, and two indoor sports facilities. In addition, we maintain 68 park sites and over 30 miles in trails. Joining our team means you will contribute to the wellbeing of your community.