Assistant Teacher - Daycare & Preschool
Location: The Learning Experience - Upper West Side, New York, NY
Pay: $19-$21 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
Immediate Opening
The Learning Experience - Upper West Side is seeking a caring and dependable Assistant Teacher to join our early childhood education team.
This is a great opportunity for someone who loves working with young children and wants to build experience in a professional preschool environment. You'll work alongside experienced Lead Teachers to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing classroom where children can learn, play, and grow.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Lead Teachers with daily classroom routines and learning activities
- Engage children through play, art, music, movement, stories, and hands-on experiences
- Assist with meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, transitions, and outdoor play as appropriate
- Support children's language, cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development
- Provide attentive supervision and positive guidance
- Help prepare classroom activities and learning materials
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators
- Provide classroom coverage and support as needed
- Follow applicable New York City childcare health, safety, and licensing requirements
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Previous daycare, preschool, childcare, or experience working with children preferred
- Early Childhood Education coursework or CDA is a plus
- Patient, dependable, energetic, and team-oriented
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Must meet applicable New York City childcare requirements
What We Offer
- Competitive pay of $19-$21 per hour
- Consistent full-time Monday-Friday schedule
- Paid training and professional development
- Employee childcare discount
- Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Apply today to join The Learning Experience - Upper West Side and become part of a team helping young children learn, grow, and thrive every day.
