Part Time Preschool Assessment Assistant
Job Title: Part Time Preschool Assessment Assistant
Location: Cupertino , CA
Job Type: Part Time
Compensation : 20 per hour
Intended Start Date : July 2026 -December 2026
About Think Academy:
Think Academy US ( www.TheThinkAcademy.com ), a 100% owned subsidiary of TAL Education Group (NYSE: TAL), is recently established education technology (Ed-Tech) company to provide PreK-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full cycle service to foster local children’s ability to think critically, to strengthen their logic skills, and to help them fulfill their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We believe Love and Technology can make education better. Each week, more than 6 million students are enrolled in TAL's online and offline education platform.
About This Role:
Think Academy is seeking part-time Preschool Assessment 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.
Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
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
Availability Requirements
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
Preferred Qualifications
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
Training
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.
Why Join Think Academy?
Gain practical preschool assessment experience
Work with an experienced Silicon Valley education team
Develop knowledge of child development and cognitive-skills assessment
Receive comprehensive training
Enjoy a flexible part-time schedule
Access potential long-term opportunities
Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.