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Child Care Assistant Teacher

Part-time

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care

Alden, NYPart-time$16–18/hrPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$16–18/hr
Location
Alden, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care is hiring a Child Care Assistant Teacher. BrightPath Kids, formerly Imagination Station, is seeking a Child Care Assistant Teacher to join their team in Alden, NY. This role involves working alongside teachers and families to provide a nurturing environment for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, adhering to NAEYC guidelines. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a rapidly growing global childcare community.

Key focus areas include Ensure the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years, Assist teachers with instruction in the classroom, and Decorate inside and outside of classrooms as needed.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma and State Child Care Criteria. Important skills include Customer Service, Multitask, and Organized. Preferred (not required): Safety And Supervision Of Children, Instruction In The Classroom, Maintaining A Warm And Safe Environment, and Interacting With Children.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServiceMultitaskOrganizedSafety and Supervision of ChildrenInstruction in the ClassroomMaintaining a Warm and Safe EnvironmentInteracting With ChildrenEffective Communication With Parents/Guardians

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentMeet State Criteria for Child Care EmploymentAbility to Work Within Regular Operating Hours

Benefits

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

Full job description

Center: Alden, NY

Pay Range: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Job Type: Part-Time

No evenings or weekends!

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids, formerly Imagination Station! As a proud member of BrightPath Kids and Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath Kids today!

No classroom experience? That’s okay – we provide paid training on all classroom procedures!

What will you be doing?

As a Teacher Assistant, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care, according to NAEYC guidelines. Responsibilities include:

  • Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years.

  • Assisting teachers with instruction in the classroom.

  • Decorating inside and outside of classrooms as needed.

  • Maintaining a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.

  • Interacting with children to encourage their involvement in activities.

  • Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids:

  • We offer a generous child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!

  • All of our staff receive weekly paychecks.

  • All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match – this is free money!

  • We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.

  • Full-time staff accrue paid time off in their first year.

  • Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

  • Strong customer service skills

  • Ability to multitask and remain organized

  • Ability to work within regular operating hours

  • Must meet state criteria for child care employment

If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you! Please submit your application today.

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