Assistant Teacher

About the role

Under the guidance of the Head Teacher, the Teacher Aide plays a vital role in fostering a warm, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children. This position supports daily classroom activities, assists in delivering curriculum, and helps ensure each child feels encouraged and supported in their development.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with daily learning activities that promote children’s development
• Help supervise children during classroom time, play, and transitions throughout the day
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom and play environment
• Assist children with daily routines such as meals, toileting, and handwashing
• Help prepare materials and set up areas for lessons and activities (including STEM/STEAM)
• Escort and supervise children on field trips
• Follow all health, safety, and program guidelines and attend required training courses
• Assist the Head Teacher with additional tasks as needed and help ensure smooth classroom operations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Committed to our mission, values, and supporting families in need
• Able to support activities for infants and preschool-aged children
• Patient, caring, and able to build positive relationships with children and parents
• Understanding and respectful of the needs of homeless or at-risk families
• Willing to complete required health screening per NYC guidelines
• A team player with good organization and communication skills

Pay

$21.22/Hourly