Assistant Teacher

The Learning Experience - Eastdale Village, NY•Town of Poughkeepsie, NY

16d•$17 - $19

About The Position

Assistant Teachers at The Learning Experience are educators and ambassadors of happiness, helping make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and the communities they serve. They partner with teachers to create a stimulating, welcoming classroom where children can play, learn, and grow; support implementation of the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum® for infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children; and help maintain a safe, nurturing environment. Assistant Teachers also support communication with families about children’s progress and milestones and collaborate with center staff and leadership on retention, enrollment, and engagement goals. The position involves meeting children’s everyday care needs, leading developmentally appropriate activities, and maintaining warm relationships with families and colleagues. Compensation is $17.00–$19.00 per hour, with competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. The job description lists benefits that may include health insurance, paid time off, childcare discounts, and professional development opportunities. The role requires meeting applicable state and federal requirements and entails physical activity, including extended periods of standing and walking, lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, and working outdoors during part of most days in temperatures ranging from 20°F with wind chill to 95°F.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
Meet state and federal requirements, including immunizations, employment physicals, and required health and safety training.
Use sound judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting.
Ability to supervise children by sight and sound.
Ability to maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate energy level to perform essential job functions.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, safely lift and carry up to 40 pounds, reach and stretch, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to use a stool or ladder to reach high places as necessary.
Ability to work outdoors for part of most days in temperatures ranging from 20°F with wind chill to 95°F.

Nice To Haves

ECE coursework.
Prior childcare experience or a demonstrable passion for early childhood education.

Responsibilities

Partner with teachers to create a stimulating, welcoming classroom environment where children can play, learn, and grow.
Support teachers in implementing the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum® and adapting approaches to the individual needs of infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children.
Prioritize a safe, nurturing environment in which children are protected and can thrive.
Support teachers in updating parents about children’s progress and milestones through mobile apps and in-person discussions.
Collaborate with center staff and leadership to support retention, enrollment, and engagement goals.
Build warm relationships with families and colleagues.
Identify and address potential risks in the childcare setting.
Ensure children’s safety and meet their everyday needs, which may include diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
Model and encourage strong social skills, communication, and conflict resolution.
Keep children active, entertained, and engaged in developmentally appropriate activities.
Maintain composure, patience, and professionalism.
Supervise children by sight and sound.