Assistant Toddler Teacher - Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience Corp.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience - Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY is seeking an Assistant Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood education team. You will support the Lead Teacher with daily Toddler classroom activities and routines, and assist with The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P.

Curriculum. We value teachers who engage children through art, music, movement, and hands-on activities, fostering language development, independence, and positive social interactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous professional childcare experience preferred.
• Toddler classroom experience is a plus.
• ECE coursework or CDA preferred but not required.
• Understanding of toddler development and age-appropriate care.
• Patient, dependable, nurturing, and team-oriented.
• Must meet NYC health and safety childcare requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher with daily toddler classroom activities and routines.
• Assist with the L.E.A.P. Curriculum implementation.
• Engage children through art, music, movement, sensory play, and hands-on activities.
• Encourage language development, independence, and positive social interactions.
• Support meals, diapering, toilet training, rest time, and transitions.
• Maintain consistent routines and use positive behavior guidance.
• Supervise children and maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow teachers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom.
• Follow NYC childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Nurturing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Early Childhood Education coursework or CDA preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Assistant Toddler Teacher - Early Childhood Education

Location: The Learning Experience - Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

About the Opportunity

Love working with toddlers and helping them discover the world around them?

The Learning Experience - Hell's Kitchen is hiring a caring, energetic, and dependable Assistant Toddler Teacher to join our early childhood education team!

We're looking for someone who enjoys working with young children, supporting their growing independence, and helping create a classroom where toddlers feel safe, encouraged, and excited to learn.

Whether you already have childcare experience or are looking to grow your career in early childhood education, we'd love to meet you!

What You’ll Do

• Support the Lead Teacher with daily Toddler classroom activities and routines
• Assist with The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Engage children through art, music, movement, sensory play, and hands-on activities
• Encourage language development, independence, and positive social interactions
• Support meals, diapering, toilet training, rest time, and classroom transitions
• Help maintain consistent routines and use positive behavior guidance
• Supervise children and maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow teachers
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom
• Follow NYC childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous professional childcare, daycare, or early childhood education experience preferred
• Toddler classroom experience is a plus
• Early Childhood Education coursework or CDA preferred but not required
• Understanding of toddler development and age-appropriate care
• Patient, dependable, nurturing, and comfortable working as part of a team
• Must meet applicable NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene childcare requirements

What We Offer

• $18.00-$20.00 per hour
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Professional development and training opportunitiesEmployee childcare discount
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching team
• Opportunities for career growth in early childhood education

The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.