Child Care Assistant Teacher

BrightPath Kids Inc; West Genesee Terrace (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $500

Childcare discount

Weekly pay

401(k) participation

Job summary

BrightPath Kids Inc. in Camillus, NY is hiring a Teacher Assistant to work with teachers and families to create a safe, home-like environment for children 6 weeks to 12 years old. Paid training is provided and evenings/weekends are not required.

You will assist with instruction, supervise activities, decorate classrooms, and maintain a clean, welcoming space while communicating with parents and guardians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Solid customer service skills for families and staff.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized throughout shifts.
• Willingness to work within standard operating hours.
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure safety of children aged 6 weeks to 12 years.
• Support teachers with classroom instruction and activities.
• Decorate and maintain welcoming classrooms and spaces.
• Provide a warm, clean environment to foster growth and exploration.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians.

Skills

Strong customer service

Multitask organization

Regular operating hours

State child care criteria

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Center: Camillus, NY

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-Time

No evenings or weekends!
Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of BrightPath Kids and Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath Kids today!

No classroom experience? That’s okay – we provide paid training on all classroom procedures!

What will you be doing?

As a Teacher Assistant, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years.
• Assisting teachers with instruction in the classroom.
• Decorating inside and outside of classrooms as needed.
• Maintaining a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.
• Interacting with children to encourage their involvement in activities.
• Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids:

• Sign-on bonus of up to $500, paid in installments at 30, 60 and 90 days of employment.
• We offer a 60% off child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
• All of our staff receive weekly paychecks.
• All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match – this is free money!
• We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
• Full-time staff accrue paid time off in their first year.
• Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to multitask and remain organized
• Ability to work within regular operating hours
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment