Salary
$19 – $21/Hr
Job Type
Full Time
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About This Role
We are a group family daycare in Prospect Lefferts Gardens that offers a quality preschool experience to a mixed-age group of children ages 2 years to 4 years old. We are seeking a warm, reliable Assistant who brings both care and positive energy to their work. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a small, collaborative environment dedicated to creating a safe, joyful, and enriching environment where children learn, grow, and thrive.
Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5 PM
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
In collaboration with Our Team you will:
- Support daily classroom activities and routines
- Help create a safe, clean, and engaging environment for children
- Supervise children during play, meals, and rest time
- Assist with implementing age-appropriate learning activities
- Foster positive relationships with children and families
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the daycare space
- Assist with recordkeeping and documentation, including attendance & incident reports
- Ensure documentation is accurate, organized, and up to date in accordance with NYC regulations
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years experience working with young children
- Successfully complete a comprehensive background check with NYC Department of Health
- Provide three references- 2 professional (from working with young children) and 1 personal
- Complete 15 hours of health and safety training from the ECETP website before start date
- Authorized to work in the US
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Physically able to lift up to 30 lbs, bend, crouch, kneel, sit on floor, run
Nice to Have
- Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or ECE college credits
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR certificate
- Able to conduct circle time
- Lesson planning experience
- Knowledge of Teaching Strategies/SmartTeach
- Like being outdoors with children
Benefits
✓ Pay for school closings and breaks (up to 25 days/yr)
✓ Tuition assistance after 1 year of employment
✓ Supportive, family-like work environment
✓ Opportunity to gain experience in early childhood education
✓ Meaningful work that makes a difference every day
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
At least an associate degree is required
What does this position pay?
This Preschool Assistant role pays $19 to $21/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is ALMOND TREE CHILDCARE AND PRESCHOOL located?
ALMOND TREE CHILDCARE AND PRESCHOOL is located at 299 Midwood Street, Brooklyn, NY
$19 – $21/Hr
ALMOND TREE CHILDCARE AND PRESCHOOL · Brooklyn, NY
Job type
Full Time
Posted
4 days ago
Reference #
177,199