Are you a flexible, energetic, talented teacher?
Can you balance letters and numbers with shoe-tying and hugs?
Can you multitask while answering a million questions?
Do you understand positive discipline techniques?
Looking for a program that supports and encourages staff development by providing valuable training and mentorship?
Join our team and develop a career that matters. Teach a curriculum that embraces the whole-child. Join a community that upholds its values.
At Cornerstone teachers are our most important asset, and we are committed to nurturing their careers and providing opportunities for growth.
Interested in joining our team. Send your resume to info@cornerstonekids.org
Cornerstone School of Summit is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic Assistant Teacher to join our Pre-K team beginning August 31, 2026.
Our Assistant Teachers work alongside Lead Teachers to create a warm, engaging classroom where four-year-olds learn through play, relationships, and hands-on exploration.
Why Join Cornerstone?
• Choice of a 10-month school-year or 12-month year-round position
• Minimum of 30 guaranteed hours per week
• Health insurance eligibility and generous paid time off
• Paid holidays and scheduled school breaks
• Employee child tuition discount
• Tuition benefits through Grow NJ Kids
• Paid professional development
• Weekday schedule with no evenings or weekends
• Supportive, collaborative teaching team
Responsibilities
• Engage and build positive relationships with children
• Assist with classroom activities, routines, transitions, meals, and outdoor play
• Support positive behavior and developing independence
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom
• Communicate and collaborate with families, teachers, and administrators
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with young children in a preschool, childcare, camp, or similar setting
• Patience, kindness, dependability, and a sense of humor
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to complete required background checks, health clearances, and training
This is an active, hands-on position that requires sitting on the floor, bending, kneeling, lifting or assisting young children, and participating in indoor and outdoor activities.
If you enjoy helping young children learn, grow, and feel successful, we would love to hear from you!
Interested in joining our team. Send your resume to info@cornerstonekids.org