Assistant Teacher

The Learning Experience Corp - Kings Park, NY•Town of Smithtown, NY

3d•$17 - $20

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher supports a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate preschool classroom at The Learning Experience. The role brings the L.E.A.P. Curriculum® to life through hands-on lessons and activities, supports children's social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development, and helps create a welcoming environment for every child. The teacher observes children's development, communicates progress with families, maintains classroom routines, learning materials, and required documentation, and works with fellow teachers and center leadership to provide an exceptional family experience. The position follows New York childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements. The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, in Kings Park, New York, with pay of $17–$20 per hour. The role requires active supervision and participation in classroom and outdoor activities, including standing, bending, sitting on the floor, and lifting up to 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available.

Requirements

Previous experience in a preschool, childcare, daycare, or early childhood classroom.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
Passion for helping young children learn and develop.
Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
Must meet applicable background screening, health, and training requirements.
Ability to participate in classroom and outdoor activities, including standing, bending, sitting on the floor, and lifting up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Support a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom.
Use the L.E.A.P. Curriculum® to deliver hands-on lessons and activities.
Support children's social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development.
Create a positive classroom environment where every child feels welcomed and supported.
Observe children's development and communicate progress with families.
Maintain classroom routines, learning materials, and required documentation.
Partner with fellow teachers and center leadership to create an exceptional family experience.
Follow New York childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.
Actively supervise young children and participate in classroom and outdoor activities.