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Assistant Teacher (Infant Toddler)

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services

New York, NYFull-time$17.74–21.25/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$17.74–21.25/hr
Location
New York, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Child Development Associate CredentialAssociate's degree

Job overview

Cardinal McCloskey Community Services is hiring an Assistant Teacher (Infant Toddler). The Assistant Teacher will join the Infant/Toddler Program at CMCS, supporting the Lead Teacher in creating a nurturing and responsive classroom environment. This role focuses on fostering emotional and developmental growth for young children, building trust, safety, and learning foundations. The Assistant Teacher will implement daily routines and build strong relationships with children and families.

Key focus areas include Support the Lead Teacher in guiding and supervising all classroom activities, Implement daily routines and smooth transitions with warmth and consistency, and Foster a safe, engaging, and emotionally secure environment for infants and toddlers.

Successful candidates bring Child Development Associate Credential, Associate's Degree, and 12 Credits Early Childhood Education/Development. Important skills include Caring, Upbeat Personality, Working With Young Children, Guiding Classroom Activities, Supervising Classroom Activities, and Implementing Daily Routines.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CaringUpbeat PersonalityWorking With Young ChildrenGuiding Classroom ActivitiesSupervising Classroom ActivitiesImplementing Daily RoutinesSmooth TransitionsFostering Safe EnvironmentFostering Engaging EnvironmentFostering Emotionally Secure EnvironmentBuilding Relationships With ChildrenBuilding Relationships With FamiliesResponsive InteractionsPromoting Developmental MilestonesPlay-Based Learning

Qualifications

Child Development Associate CredentialAssociate's Degree With 12 Credits in Early Childhood Education/Development1 Year Relevant Experience Working With Children Ages Birth-5 in Classroom Setting

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Match

Full job description

529 Courtlandt Ave, The Bronx, NY 10451, US | Hourly | 17.74-21.25 per hour | Full Time

Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Makes a Difference!

Safe Children, Stable Families, Successful Lives.

At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services), our mission is to protect, empower, and promote independence for at-risk children and families and those with developmental disabilities through quality community-based services.

We are currently seeking a compassionate and energetic Assistant Teacher to join our Infant/Toddler Program. In this role, you'll work closely with the Lead Teacher to create a nurturing, responsive classroom environment that supports each child's emotional and developmental growth. Your presence will help build a foundation of trust, safety, and learning for our youngest learners.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the Lead Teacher in guiding and supervising all classroom activities

  • Implement daily routines and smooth transitions with warmth and consistency

  • Foster a safe, engaging, and emotionally secure environment for infants and toddlers

  • Build strong relationships with children and families through responsive interactions

  • Promote developmental milestones through play-based learning and care

Position Hours : Monday-Friday From 8am-4pm

Requirements:

  • A caring, upbeat personality and genuine love for working with young children

  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

  • Up to 1 year of relevant experience working with children ages birth-5 in a classroom setting preferred.

  • Associate's Degree with a minimum of 12 credits in early childhood education/development

CMCS Offers:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • 3 weeks paid time off in August

  • 12 Paid Sick days per year

  • 19 Paid Holidays per year

  • 3 Personal Days per year

  • Paid time off in December, February and April when school is closed

  • $7500/year Educational Assistance (tuition, books, certification exams, etc) - eligible upon hire.

  • 403(b) Retirement Plan

  • Long Term Disability Insurance

  • Life Insurance

Make a Difference Every Day

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of a compassionate, dedicated team, apply today and start your journey with CMCS!

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