About This Role
Based in Brooklyn, this support staff member opening at ALMOND TREE CHILDCARE AND PRESCHOOL pays $19 – $21/Hr and requires the appropriate background.
We are a group family daycare in Prospect Lefferts Gardens that offers a high-quality, nurturing environment to a mixed-age group of children ages 2 to 4 years old. As a warm and reliable Assistant, you will bring positive energy to your work and collaborate with our team to create a safe, joyful, and enriching space where children learn, grow, and thrive. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a small, collaborative setting.
Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
You will be working collaboratively with our team to:
- Support daily activities and routines in the classroom
- Create a safe, engaging, and organized environment for children
- Supervise children during play, meals, and rest time, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being
- Help implement age-appropriate learning activities that foster growth and development
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the daycare space
- Assist with recordkeeping, including attendance and incident reports, and ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation in accordance with NYC regulations
- Verify that all documentation is accurate, organized, and compliant with NYC regulations
Requirements
- Authorized to work in the US
- Minimum of 2 years experience working with young children
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with colleagues
- Physically able to lift up to 30 lbs, bend, crouch, kneel, sit on floor, run
- Complete 15 hours of health and safety training from the ECETP website before start date
- Provide three references: 2 professional (from working with young children) and 1 personal
- Successfully complete a comprehensive background check with NYC Department of Health
Nice to Have
- Like being outdoors with children
- Able to conduct circle time
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR certificate
- Lesson planning experience
- Knowledge of Teaching Strategies/SmartTeach
- Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or ECE college credits
Benefits
Common Questions
What is the education required for this position?
At least an associate degree is required
What does this position pay?
This Preschool Assistant role pays $19 to $21/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is ALMOND TREE CHILDCARE AND PRESCHOOL located?
ALMOND TREE CHILDCARE AND PRESCHOOL is located at 299 Midwood Street, Brooklyn, NY