After School Teacher Assistant
Position Summary
Rich Beginnings Child Care Center is seeking a caring, dependable, and energetic School Age Teacher Assistant to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with school-age children in a fun, engaging environment while also supporting classrooms throughout the center as needed.
Responsibilities
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM Position Float between classrooms, assisting teachers with supervision, activities, transitions, and daily routines.
Provide support during lunch, nap, playground, and classroom activities as needed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
Transition to the School Age classroom in the afternoon to assist with the after-school program.
Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play.
Aid in homework support, games, crafts, STEM activities, and recreational programming.
Avoid preparing afternoon snacks and ensuring children follow health and safety practices.
Avoid assisting with cleaning and closing duties at the end of the day.
Communicate professionally with parents during pick-up.
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Position Welcome children arriving from school.
Supervise and engage school-age children in age-appropriate activities.
Encourage positive social interactions and model respectful behavior.
Aid in homework when needed.
Prepare and serve afternoon snacks.
Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment.
Complete daily cleaning and closing responsibilities for the School Age classroom.
Avoid assisting with cleaning and closing duties at the end of the day.
Communicate professionally with parents during pick-up.
Qualifications
Experience working with children is preferred but not necessary.
Must be reliable, punctual, and dependable.
Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of working in a childcare setting, including standing, lifting up to 40 pounds, and participating in active play.
Must successfully complete all NYS OCFS background clearances and required pre-employment screenings.
Must be 18 years old.
Preferred Qualities
Enthusiastic and energetic personality.
Creative and enjoys planning fun activities.
Flexible and willing to assist where needed throughout the center.
Patient, nurturing, and able to effectively manage children's behavior using positive guidance techniques.
Benefits
Competitive hourly wage.
Paid training.
Additional hours available during the summer through our Summer Camp program.
Supportive and family-oriented work environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.