Daycare Assistant

Carousel Academy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

401K plan

Paid training

Job summary

Carousel Academy in New York, NY is seeking caring Daycare Assistants to join our dedicated team. Full-time and part-time roles offer a chance to help provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn and grow.

You will support lead teachers, supervise children, and communicate with families while participating in meals, naps, and daily routines. If you are patient, reliable, 18+, and eager to contribute to early childhood development, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children is encouraged.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Positive attitude, patience, and love for children.
• Reliable, responsible, and a team player.
• Ability to meet NY childcare requirements (background check, fingerprinting, trainings).

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers with daily classroom activities.
• Supervise and ensure safety of children.
• Maintain a warm, welcoming classroom environment.
• Support children's social and developmental growth through play.
• Assist with meals, diapering, toileting, and naps.
• Keep the classroom clean, organized, and sanitary.
• Communicate professionally with families and coworkers.

Skills

Experience with young children

Positive attitude

Patience

Team player

Age 18+

Job description

Job Description

Daycare Assistants (Full-Time & Part-Time)

Carousel Academy is looking for caring, energetic, and dependable individuals to join our team! We are currently hiring full-time and part-time Daycare Assistants to help provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers with daily classroom activities and routines.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of children at all times.
• Help create a warm, positive, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Support children's social, emotional, and developmental growth through play and learning.
• Assist with meals, diapering, toileting, and nap time as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary classroom.
• Communicate professionally with families and coworkers.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children is encouraged.
• 18 years of age or older.
• A positive attitude, patience, and a genuine love for working with children.
• Reliable, responsible, and a team player.
• Ability to meet New York State childcare employment requirements (background check, fingerprinting, and required trainings).

What We Offer

• Full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Paid sick leave and vacation days
• 401K plan through New York Secure Choice Savings Plan
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children every day.

If you are passionate about early childhood education and enjoy working in a fun, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you!