Classroom and Daycare Aide

About the role

Mozaic (A Chapter of The Arc NY) is hiring for a Classroom and Daycare Aide for Keuka Lake School in Bath, NY, Steuben County. This position assists in providing direct and indirect special education/general education and carryover therapy services to preschool children with and without disabilities. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children? Join our caring and supportive team as a Classroom & Daycare Aide, where you'll play an important role in helping young children build skills, confidence, and independence while creating meaningful moments that last a lifetime. In this rewarding role, you'll help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where children can learn through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences. Working alongside teachers, therapists, and other dedicated professionals, you'll support each child's unique goals and celebrate their growth and achievements every step of the way. Your days will be filled with variety and purpose as you assist with classroom activities, creative projects, developmental learning experiences, outdoor play, and daily routines. You'll help prepare fun educational materials, encourage participation, support social and emotional development, and provide personal care assistance when needed. You'll also help with snacks, meals, and engaging daycare activities that make each day enjoyable and enriching for the children in your care. If you enjoy working with children, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want a career where your work truly matters, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Every day brings new opportunities to inspire learning, encourage independence, and help children reach their full potential while being part of a team that values compassion, growth, and connection.

Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom activities
• Assist with creative projects
• Assist with developmental learning experiences
• Assist with outdoor play
• Assist with daily routines
• Help prepare fun educational materials
• Encourage participation
• Support social and emotional development
• Provide personal care assistance when needed
• Help with snacks, meals, and engaging daycare activities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team environment

Benefits

• 4 weeks Paid Time Off
• Daily pay option instead of bi-weekly
• Mozaic meets eligibility requirements for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Medical Insurance with Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life Insurance paid 100% by Mozaic
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay

Pay Range: $16.00 - $16.50 per hour