Assistant Teacher

Learning Care Group; East Northport (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 25,058; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

401(k) company match

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Learning Care Group in East Northport, NY is seeking passionate Assistant Teachers to join a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing children and their families. The role involves creating a fun, interactive classroom environment and engaging with children by adhering to licensing guidelines.

Qualified candidates will benefit from flexible schedules, health insurance, tuition assistance, and a positive workplace culture that values employee recognition.

Qualifications

• Ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.
• Ability to follow licensing guidelines and company standards for childcare.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily care of every child in a fun, interactive classroom.
• Develop the ability to communicate effectively with families.
• Complete extensive training on childcare and preschool topics.

Skills

Childcare skills

Observation and assessment

Physical activity engagement

Education

Meeting state accreditation requirements

Job description

About the Role

Join a strong community where we care for children and families every day, and support our dedicated team members. We listen and know what you’re looking for:

• Benefits: 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and more.
• Balance: flexible schedules with no nights or weekends, ability to bring your children to work, and paid time off.
• Opportunity: ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• Recognition: a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Being a teacher at a child care center is something special. We’re hiring and want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

Assistant Teachers

• Love to help! Follow all licensing guidelines and company standards to ensure the daily care of every child. Maintain a fun, interactive classroom that is clean and organized.
• Love to engage! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.
• Love to learn! Complete extensive training on childcare, preschool, and child development topics.

Qualifications

• The ability to meet state and/or accreditation requirements for education and experience.
• The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay $17–51–$18.19 hourly, bi‑weekly and daily pay options; based on position, education and experience / any other compensation offered.
• Immediate health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time‑off and 401(k) (plus company match) provided for full‑time employees.
• Limited medical offered for part‑time workers.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees.
• Monday‑Friday work week.

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.