About the Role
Kennedy International School is seeking a part-time Preschool Teacher Assistant for its Japanese Saturday School, specifically for the 3-year-old program during the 2026-2027 school year. The role begins August 29th, 2026, with hours from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturdays. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, self-motivated, and dedicated to creating a nurturing and safe learning environment for young children.
Responsibilities
- Assist teachers with lesson preparation, including gathering materials and setting up equipment.
- Collaborate with the lead teacher to monitor the class schedule.
- Work with students individually or in small groups to review lesson material.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and tidy classroom environment.
- Supervise students during non-classroom times such as breaks, lunch, recess, and field excursions.
- Partner with lead teachers to identify student challenges and suggest solutions.
- Support lead teachers in creating lesson plans.
- Act as a Lead Teacher during camp sessions.
- Adhere to all state, school, and class rules and regulations.
- Attend all training sessions, parent conferences, and faculty meetings.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience as a teaching assistant or in a similar role.
- Solid understanding of classroom activities and teaching best practices.
- Must possess a compassionate and positive attitude.
- Outstanding interpersonal and presentation abilities.
- Preferred candidate will have a current U.S. work visa, if applicable.
Skills
- Japanese fluency
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Part-time
- Saturday
Experience Level
- 2 years of experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree in education or relevant field (preferred)
Salary/Compensations
- $28.52 per hour
About the Company
- Kennedy International School provides a bilingual, well-rounded education for students from preschool through 12th grade.
- The school prides itself on its strong faculty, diverse student body, and cultural richness.
- An individualized approach to instruction and a small student-teacher ratio encourage students to leverage personal strengths and passions while developing language and academic knowledge.
