Description
Job description:
Support the Classroom. Build Connections. Help Shape Early Learning. First Learning is one of North America’s Top 50 for-profit childcare organizations, and we are continuing to grow across New York. Founded in 1991 with the opening of Care-a-Lot’s first childcare center in Greece, NY, our organization has built a long-standing reputation for exceptional early childhood education. In recent years, we have expanded through the addition of Generations Child Care, Storybook Academy, Island Kids, and Windsor Academy - bringing together multiple respected programs under one unified organization: First Learning. Today, we operate a growing network of early learning centers dedicated to providing high-quality education, strong leadership, and outstanding family experiences. We are seeking an Assistant Teacher who is enthusiastic, dependable, and passionate about supporting young children’s growth and development in a collaborative classroom environment. --- The Role The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, thrives in a team setting, and is eager to grow within the field of early childhood education.
You will be responsible for:
· Supporting classroom routines and daily activities · Assisting with child supervision and care · Building positive relationships with children and families · Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized classroom · Supporting compliance with New York State regulations and company policies This position reports to the Center Director and works closely with the Lead Teacher and classroom team. ---
Key Responsibilities
Classroom Support · Assist in implementing daily activities and routines under the direction of the Lead Teacher · Provide attentive supervision and care for all children in the classroom · Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment · Step into different classrooms as needed to support staffing and ratio requirements Child Engagement · Build positive, supportive relationships with children · Encourage social, emotional, and developmental growth through play and interaction · Promote a positive and fun classroom atmosphere Family Communication · Communicate daily with families regarding children’s activities and experiences · Support a welcoming and professional environment for families · Maintain confidentiality in all family and child-related matters Team Collaboration · Work collaboratively with Lead Teachers and other staff members · Maintain open and respectful communication with team members and leadership · Contribute to a positive, team-oriented workplace culture Compliance & Documentation · Assist with maintaining classroom records and required documentation · Follow OCFS regulations, health and safety guidelines, and company policies · Support proper supervision standards at all times ---
Qualifications
Candidates must meet New York State requirements for Assistant Teachers in a licensed childcare setting.
Typical qualifications include:
· High school diploma or equivalent · Must be at least 18 years of age
Preferred experience:
· At least 1 year of experience working with children · Experience in a childcare or early education setting · Strong communication and teamwork skills · Positive, flexible, and reliable work ethic --- Who Succeeds in This Role
Our strongest Assistant Teachers:
· Bring energy, positivity, and patience to the classroom · Enjoy working as part of a team · Are flexible and willing to support where needed · Build strong relationships with children and families · Are eager to learn and grow within early childhood education --- Career Growth Opportunities At First Learning, we believe in developing future educators and leaders.
Assistant Teachers have opportunities to:
· Advance into Lead Teacher roles · Receive training and support toward CDA or additional education · Take on increased classroom responsibilities over time · Grow within a multi-site, expanding organization Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance