Assistant Teacher

The Learning Experience•Poughkeepsie, NY

13d

About The Position

Assistant Teachers at The Learning Experience are educators and ambassadors of happiness who help make a difference in the lives of children, families, and communities. They partner with teachers to create welcoming, stimulating classrooms where children can play, learn, and grow, and support implementation of the proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum® for infants, toddlers, and/or preschool children according to their individual needs. The role prioritizes children’s safety and well-being, supports communication with families about progress and milestones, and collaborates with center staff and leadership on retention, enrollment, and engagement goals. The position involves meeting children’s everyday care needs, including diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding; encouraging social and communication skills; and keeping children engaged in developmentally appropriate activities. Employees must be able to supervise children by sight and sound, maintain composure and professionalism, and perform the stated physical duties. The role may include working outdoors for part of most days in temperatures ranging from 20°F with wind chill to 95°F. The Learning Experience describes its early education approach as joyful, engaging, and fun, with a curriculum focused on six ages and stages of early childhood development and hands-on activities that encourage children to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. Compensation is $17.00–$19.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

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 judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting.
Be able to stand and walk for extended periods without significant discomfort.
Be able to safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
Be able to reach and stretch with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and use a stool or ladder to reach high places as necessary.
Be able to supervise children by sight and sound.
Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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