Afternoon hours - Assistant Teacher Early Childhood Daycare Center
About The Position
Learn & Discover Playschool is hiring a caring, dependable, and energetic Aftercare Assistant Teacher to work with young children in an early childhood daycare setting. This is a part-time position with a consistent weekday afternoon schedule, Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Compensation is $17.00–$20.00 per hour, depending on experience and credentials. Interested candidates may also be added to the substitute teacher list for additional hours as they become available. The role involves actively engaging with children while maintaining a safe, positive environment. The center’s approach emphasizes each child’s individual social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development in a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate setting that encourages exploration, creativity, and learning.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Dependability and availability during the required afternoon hours, Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
- Enjoy working with young children in an early childhood setting.
- Willingness and ability to complete all required New York City-mandated background clearances.
- Submit a completed medical form.
- Complete all required online trainings before the first day of employment.
- Patient, nurturing, and responsible approach to working with children.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- Experience or credentials relevant to the position; compensation depends on experience and credentials.
Responsibilities
- Actively engage with young children in an early childhood setting.
- Help maintain a safe and positive environment for children.
- Complete required online trainings before the first day of employment.
- Complete required New York City background clearances and submit a completed medical form.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
