Daycare Assistant
About The Position
Little Lukes is hiring a Daycare Assistant in Baldwinsville, NY to support children in inclusion preschool classrooms. The role covers lunch breaks across five classrooms and provides enjoyable, meaningful activities for young children. The posting lists Monday–Friday schedules, with 11 a.m.–2 p.m. preferred and a 9 a.m.–2 p.m. option. Work follows the school calendar plus six weeks in summer. The posting also describes substitute-teacher opportunities with hours that vary each week and flexible scheduling based on availability. Little Lukes serves children ages 3 to 5 in an integrated preschool environment, bringing together typically developing daycare children and preschool children with special needs. The organization describes opportunities for career advancement, professional growth, educational support, and individual mentoring, along with competitive pay and benefits and an emphasis on work/life balance.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Enjoy working with children.
- High energy level and caring personality.
- Teamwork mentality and caring attitude.
Nice To Haves
- NYS Teacher Assistant (TA) Certification; preferred but not required.
- Experience with children with special needs and preschool-aged children.
- Babysitting experience.
- Prior childcare, daycare, or preschool work experience.
Responsibilities
- Cover lunch breaks in five classrooms.
- Help young children explore, learn, and grow through enjoyable and meaningful activities.
- Contribute to an enriching environment in inclusion preschool classrooms.
- Work collaboratively with the team.
Benefits
- Opportunities for continuing education and advancement.
- Career advancement, professional growth, educational support, and individual mentoring.
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Flexible scheduling and emphasis on work/life balance.
- Opportunities for fun, growth, and recognition.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
