Preschool Teacher Assistant PRN

Work Shift: Please see job description for details. Time Type: Part time Department: Summary: Monday- Friday 4-7:30 PM Additional Information: The Preschool Teacher Assistant supports Preschool Teachers in the Arkansas Childrenu2019s Child Enrichment Center by assisting with the daily care, supervision, and development of children. This role helps maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment while supporting classroom routines, activities, and health and safety standards. The Teacher Assistant works collaboratively with Preschool Teachers to promote childrenu2019s physical, emotional, social, and developmental growth. Required Education: High School Diploma or GED; or currently enrolled as a high school ljunior or senior in an early education/child development Career and Technical Program Recommended Education: Enrollment in or completion of early childhood education coursework or a Child Development Associate (CDA) program. Required Work Experience: Recommended Work Experience: Related Field - 1 year of experience Required Certifications: Heartsaver AED - AHA - American Heart Association Recommended Certifications: Description 1. Assist Preschool Teachers with the supervision and care of children to ensure their safety, well-being, and developmental needs are met. 2. Support the implementation of age-appropriate classroom activities, routines, and learning experiences under the direction of the Preschool Teacher. 3. Help maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom and play environment. 4. Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities, transitions, and mealtimes. 5. Assist children with personal care needs, including diapering, toileting, and handwashing, in accordance with health and safety guidelines. 6. Prepare, serve, and clean up meals and snacks following dietary guidelines and individual child requirements. 7. Provide positive interactions, encouragement, and emotional support to children to foster a nurturing environment. 8. Communicate relevant observations or concerns to the Preschool Teacher and Child Enrichment Center leadership. 9. Assist with classroom documentation, attendance, and daily activity support as needed. 10. Adhere to all applicable child care regulations, policies, procedures, and health and safety standards. Arkansas Childrenu2019s ( is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Childrenu2019s is driven by four core valuesu2014safety, teamwork, compassion and excellenceu2014which inform every action. Arkansas Childrenu2019s Hospital has received Magnet Status ( from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report ( for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Childrenu2019s has met the unique needs of children. But weu2019re more than just a hospital treating sick kidsu2014our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Childrenu2019s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the stateu2019s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Childrenu2019s Northwest ( provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. _u201cArkansas Childrenu2019s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at childrenu2019s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.u201d_ Michael u2013 Business Operations Manager u201cArkansas Childrenu2019s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.u201d Linda u2013 Information Systems Analyst u201cWe are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.u201d Angela u2013 Parking and Fleet Coordinator u201cCare, love, and hope for childrenu201d Kathy u2013 Administrative Assistant u201cWhen I think of my time here at Arkansas Childrenu2019s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of lifeu201d Nick u2013 Supply AssistantArkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Created: 2026-03-07