Assistant Teacher (Infant Toddler)

cmcs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

3 weeks paid time off in August

12 Paid Sick days per year

19 Paid Holidays per year

3 Personal Days per year

Paid time off in December, February &

Educational Assistance $7500/year (tu…

Job summary

CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services) seeks an Assistant Teacher to join our Infant/Toddler Program and support the Lead Teacher in creating a nurturing classroom. You will help infants and toddlers grow emotionally and developmentally in a warm, responsive setting.

The role requires a CDA Credential and an Associate's Degree with coursework in early childhood education; up to 1 year of related experience is preferred. Benefits are included for a supportive team in New York.

Qualifications

• CDA Credential required.
• Associate's Degree with 12 credits in early childhood education/development.
• Up to 1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in guiding and supervising all classroom activities.
• Implement daily routines and smooth transitions with warmth and consistency.
• Foster a safe, engaging, and emotionally secure environment for infants and toddlers.
• Build strong relationships with children and families through responsive interactions.
• Promote developmental milestones through play-based learning and care.

Skills

Caring personality

Patience with children

Education

CDA Credential

Associate's Degree in early childhood education/development

Job description

Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Makes a Difference!

Safe Children, Stable Families, Successful Lives.

At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services), our mission is to protect, empower, and promote independence for at-risk children and families and those with developmental disabilities through quality community-based services.

We are currently seeking a compassionate and energetic Assistant Teacher to join our Infant/Toddler Program. In this role, you'll work closely with the Lead Teacher to create a nurturing, responsive classroom environment that supports each child's emotional and developmental growth. Your presence will help build a foundation of trust, safety, and learning for our youngest learners.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Lead Teacher in guiding and supervising all classroom activities
• Implement daily routines and smooth transitions with warmth and consistency
• Foster a safe, engaging, and emotionally secure environment for infants and toddlers
• Build strong relationships with children and families through responsive interactions
• Promote developmental milestones through play-based learning and care

Position Hours : Monday-Friday From 8am-4pm

Requirements:

• A caring, upbeat personality and genuine love for working with young children
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential
• Up to 1 year of relevant experience working with children ages birth-5 in a classroom setting preferred.
• Associate's Degree with a minimum of 12 credits in early childhood education/development

CMCS Offers:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 3 weeks paid time off in August
• 12 Paid Sick days per year
• 19 Paid Holidays per year
• 3 Personal Days per year
• Paid time off in December, February and April when school is closed
• $7500/year Educational Assistance (tuition, books, certification exams, etc) - eligible upon hire.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance

Make a Difference Every Day