Assistant Teacher

The Learning Experience; Kings Park (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Childcare Discounts

Professional Development

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Kings Park, NY is seeking enthusiastic Assistant Teachers to join a supportive team and help create a fun, nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. As an Assistant Teacher, you partner with Lead Teachers to implement the L.E.A.P.

Curriculum, assist with routines and safety, and communicate with families, with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Background screening, health, immunization, and training requirements per NYS.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Lead Teachers to create a safe, welcoming, and engaging classroom where children can play, learn, and grow.
• Support the implementation of the L.E.A.P. Curriculum through hands-on activities and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Help support the developmental needs of infants, toddlers, and/or preschool-aged children.
• Provide attentive, nurturing care while ensuring children's safety, comfort, and everyday needs are met.
• Assist with daily routines, including diapering, feeding, dressing, and other age-appropriate caregiving needs.
• Encourage children's social-emotional development, communication, independence, and positive interactions.
• Keep children actively engaged through play, exploration, and meaningful learning experiences.
• Support Lead Teachers in communicating with families about children's daily activities, progress, and milestones.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and fellow team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Collaborate with center leadership and colleagues to support enrollment, retention, and family engagement.
• Follow all applicable New York State childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Relationship-building

Patience

Safety awareness

Active supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ECE coursework

Job description

Benefits

• Childcare Benefits
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition assistance

Assistant Teacher

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00

Location: Kings Park, NY

Schedule: Full-Time

Benefits: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Childcare Discounts, Professional Development & More!

Bring Your Passion for Teaching to TLE!

The Learning Experience is looking for enthusiastic, nurturing, and dependable Assistant Teachers to help create a fun, engaging, and supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

At TLE, our Assistant Teachers are more than educators—they're ambassadors of happiness! You'll partner with Lead Teachers and center leadership to bring our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum® to life while helping children build confidence, develop new skills, and discover a lifelong love of learning.

Whether you're an experienced childcare professional or looking to begin your career in early childhood education, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day!

What You’ll Do

• Partner with Lead Teachers to create a safe, welcoming, and engaging classroom where children can play, learn, and grow
• Support the implementation of TLE's L.E.A.P. Curriculum® through hands-on activities and developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Help support the unique developmental needs of infants, toddlers, and/or preschool-aged children
• Provide attentive, nurturing care while ensuring children's safety, comfort, and everyday needs are met
• Assist with daily routines, including diapering, feeding, dressing, and other age-appropriate caregiving needs
• Encourage children's social-emotional development, communication, independence, and positive interactions
• Keep children actively engaged through play, exploration, and meaningful learning experiences
• Support Lead Teachers in communicating with families about children's daily activities, progress, and milestones
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and fellow team members
• Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment
• Collaborate with center leadership and colleagues to support enrollment, retention, and family engagement
• Follow all applicable New York State childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) coursework preferred
• Previous childcare or early childhood education experience preferred
• A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their development
• A positive attitude, growth mindset, and willingness to learn
• Strong communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills
• Patience, sound judgment, and the ability to remain calm and professional in a busy classroom
• Ability to recognize potential safety concerns and respond appropriately
• Must meet applicable New York State requirements for the role, including background screening, health, immunization, and required training requirements

Why Join TLE?

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Health insurance and paid time off for eligible employees
• Childcare discounts
• Professional development and ongoing training
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement in early childhood education
• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact during the most important years of a child's development

At The Learning Experience, every interaction is an opportunity to make a difference. If you're ready to bring your energy, compassion, and passion for helping little learners succeed, we'd love to welcome you to our team!

This position requires active supervision of young children by sight and sound and the ability to participate in classroom and outdoor activities. Physical responsibilities may include standing and walking for extended periods, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, climbing, and safely lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds. Employees may work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including temperatures ranging from 20°F with wind chill to 95°F. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.

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