Daycare Assistant: Nurture Young Learners & Growth

Little Moonlight Daycare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Childcare

Job summary

Little Moonlight Daycare in New York is seeking a Daycare Assistant to support the development, safety, and well-being of young children in a nurturing, hands-on environment. This paid, full-time, on-site role offers meaningful experience in early childhood education.

You will supervise children during daily activities, assist lead teachers with instructional activities, and help with age-appropriate care routines.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in daycare centers or preschool settings.
• Knowledge of child development instruction and early childhood education principles.
• Ability to manage classroom behavior through positive reinforcement and effective behavior management strategies.
• Familiarity with first aid, CPR, pediatric first aid procedures, and emergency response protocols.
• Strong communication skills for parent interaction and team collaboration.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special education needs is a plus.
• Classroom experience involving toddler care, infant care, or childcare supervision is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during daily activities, playtime, meals, and rest periods to ensure their safety and engagement.
• Assist lead teachers with classroom management and instructional activities focused on child development and learning milestones.
• Support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with age-appropriate care routines, including diapering, feeding, and hygiene practices.
• Implement classroom activities that promote social skills, creativity, and early learning concepts.
• Communicate effectively with parents about their child's progress, behavior, and needs to foster strong relationships.
• Follow all safety protocols including first aid procedures, pediatric first aid guidelines, and mandated reporting laws for child welfare concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized classroom environment that encourages exploration while adhering to health and safety standards.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

First aid CPR

Disabilities awareness

Job description

Little Moonlight Daycare in New York is seeking a Daycare Assistant to support the development, safety, and well-being of young children in a nurturing, hands-on environment. This paid, full-time, on-site role offers meaningful experience in early childhood education.

You will supervise children during daily activities, assist lead teachers with instructional activities, and help with age-appropriate care routines.