Assistant Teacher (Infants–Preschool) | Nurture & Grow

The Learning Experience - Astoria; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

The Learning Experience – Astoria is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support infants, toddlers, or preschoolers in a safe, nurturing classroom.

You will assist Lead Teachers, implement hands-on activities, help with routines, meals, and daily care, and build positive relationships with children and families. This full-time role rewards teamwork, compassion, and growth in a lively early-education environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a licensed daycare or childcare center.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn, grow, and support all aspects of the classroom.
• Ability to pass all required background checks and state compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teachers in creating meaningful learning experiences.
• Help implement hands-on activities that promote learning through play.
• Support children's social, emotional, language, and cognitive development.
• Assist with classroom routines, transitions, meals, and daily care.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow teachers.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Learning Experience – Astoria is hiring an Assistant Teacher to support infants, toddlers, or preschoolers in a safe, nurturing classroom.

You will assist Lead Teachers, implement hands-on activities, help with routines, meals, and daily care, and build positive relationships with children and families. This full-time role rewards teamwork, compassion, and growth in a lively early-education environment.