Assistant Teacher

Kiddie Academy of Whitestone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount

Job summary

Kiddie Academy of Whitestone is seeking an Assistant Teacher who is passionate about caring for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The role supports teachers, builds positive relationships with children and families, and helps maintain a safe, engaging classroom environment.

The ideal candidate has childcare experience, a friendly, dependable, and patient demeanor, and the ability to work well in a team at our Whitestone location.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers.
• Ability to work in a daycare or school setting.
• Friendly, dependable, patient and team‑oriented.
• English-Spanish bilingual is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Establish positive relationships with children and their families.
• Ensure the physical, social, and emotional needs of each child are met daily.
• Assist teachers with supervising children during classroom activities, transitions, playtime, and daily routines.
• Support children's learning and development through games, activities, and hands‑on experiences.
• Encourage positive behavior and help children develop strong social skills.
• Ensure all health, safety, and licensing policies and procedures are followed to maintain a safe environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom that promotes learning and safety.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff to provide a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Complete required classroom and Academy documentation, including daily notes, attendance records, and student accident reports.

Skills

Childcare experience

Team player

Friendly and patient

Bilingual English/Spanish

English proficiency

Job description

Description

Kiddie Academy of Whitestone is seeking an Assistant Teacher who is passionate and experienced in caring for infants, toddlers, and/or preschoolers. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children in a daycare or school setting.

About Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care The Kiddie Academy® Educational Child Care system has been preparing young minds for future success since its founding in 1981. With more than 270 independently owned franchises throughout the United States, Kiddie Academy provides quality educational child care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Our Life Essentials® curriculum focuses on activity-based, hands‑on learning that makes it fun for children and teachers. We believe that nurturing a lifelong love of learning is an asset that children can carry from our Academies into their homes and communities. Kiddie Academy® of Whitestone, an independently owned and operated franchise, is an equal opportunity employer. Connect your career ambitions to your community commitment at Kiddie Academy.

Job Responsibilities

• Establish positive relationships with children and their families.


• Ensure the physical, social, and emotional needs of each child are met daily.


• Assist teachers with supervising children during classroom activities, transitions, playtime, and daily routines.


• Support children's learning and development through games, activities, and hands‑on experiences.


• Encourage positive behavior and help children develop strong social skills.


• Ensure all health, safety, and licensing policies and procedures are followed to maintain a safe environment.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and engaging classroom that promotes learning and safety.


• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff to provide a positive and supportive learning environment.


• Complete required classroom and Academy documentation, including daily notes, attendance records, and student accident reports.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older


• Experience working with children preferred (childcare, babysitting, camp, tutoring, etc.)


• Friendly, dependable, and patient


• Team-oriented with a positive attitude


• English-Spanish bilingual skills are an asset

Experience

• Teaching: 1 year (preferred)


• Childcare or experience working with children: 1 year (preferred)

Benefits

• 401(k)


• Health insurance


• Dental insurance


• Vision insurance


• Flexible schedule


• Paid time off


• Professional development assistance


• Tuition reimbursement


• Employee discount

Work Location: In person