About the Job
Job Title: Part Time Teaching Assistant
Location: Cupertino , CA
Job Type: Part Time
Compensation : 20 per hour
Intended Start Date: July 2026 -December 2026
Key Responsibilities
Think Academy is seeking part-time Teaching Assistant to conduct cognitive-skills assessments for children ages 3–5. Assessment areas include number sense, logic, spatial reasoning, attention, and other foundational thinking skills.
This is an excellent opportunity for students and recent graduates in early childhood education or related fields to gain hands-on experience. Selected candidates will receive comprehensive training and support from our professional education team.
No prior experience is required, training, playbooks, and mentorship are provided. This position is a strong stepping stone toward event coordination, operations management, or campus/community marketing within Think Academy’s expanding network.
Conduct one-on-one or small-group cognitive-skills assessments for children ages 3–5
Follow standardized assessment procedures and conduct classroom observations
Document each child’s performance and assist with assessment feedback
Create a welcoming, engaging, and encouraging environment
Help children feel comfortable and confident throughout the assessment
Collaborate with the assessment team to ensure a smooth and consistent process
Previous assessment experience is not required. Comprehensive training will be provided.
Required Skills & Abilities
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in:
Early Childhood Education
Child Development
Education
Psychology
Another related field
Genuine interest in working with children ages 3–5
Fluent English communication skills
Patient, caring, responsible, and detail-oriented
Able to follow standardized assessment procedures
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Consistent availability on weekday afternoons and weekends
Ability to work at least 10 hours per week
Ability to commit through the end of December 2026
Reliable attendance and interest in a stable, long-term opportunity
Experience working in a preschool, daycare, summer camp, or similar setting
Tutoring, classroom-assistance, or children’s activity experience
Mandarin proficiency is a plus but not required
Interest in child development, private-school admissions, or education
Selected candidates will receive training in:
Think Academy’s assessment framework
Developmental characteristics of children ages 3–5
Cognitive-skills assessment procedures
Parent communication guidelines
Instructional techniques and classroom management
Teachers may begin conducting assessments after successfully completing the required training.
