Preschool Teacher Assistant

Creative Kids Child Care Center • Kent Hills, NY

7d • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Cadence Education is hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant to support daily classroom activities and the implementation of its educational programs. Under the direction of the School Director and classroom leadership, such as a Lead Teacher or Teacher, the assistant helps maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs, including the needs of children with IEPs. The role also involves supporting safety and licensing compliance.

The position is based at 91 Ludingtonville Road in Holmes, New York. Schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to be eight-hour shifts; daily start and end times may also vary. Flexibility is essential, as schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, and operational needs. Required meetings, training, and professional development may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.

Requirements

• Meet the minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
• Meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher Assistant in a licensed childcare center.
• Obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
• Consistently follow safety procedures, including Name-to-Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle-feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
• Work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
• Read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

• Prior early childhood or classroom experience.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, if not required by state licensing requirements.
• CDA credential, if not required by state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support a positive and respectful classroom environment, treating each child with care, dignity, and respect.
• Greet children and families daily and help build professional, welcoming relationships.
• Help recognize and respond to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavioral support plans as directed.
• Support classroom staff in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence-approved tools.
• Follow the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual, including documenting and reporting accidents and incidents according to policy.
• Assist with managing, documenting, and reporting escalated child behaviors according to Cadence procedures.
• Follow Cadence Education policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development, which may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $17–$20, based on education and experience.
• On-demand pay through UKG Wallet.
• 50% childcare tuition discount.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off that grows with seniority.
• Paid holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid CDA.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed