Preschool Aftercare Assistant

L'Alliance New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free French classes (Group)

Complimentary L’Alliance New York memb

Job summary

L’Alliance New York is seeking a Preschool Aftercare Assistant to supervise and engage preschoolers in the aftercare program. You’ll support a calm transition from school to pickup and provide age-appropriate activities in a safe, nurturing setting.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with young children, is patient and reliable, and can follow school routines. Part-time, in-person work with a schedule of Monday–Friday, 4:30 PM–6:00 PM, starting October 2026.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid U.S. work authorization.
• Experience with young children, preferably in a preschool, school, daycare, camp, or similar setting.
• Experience caring for children ages 2½ to 5½ is strongly preferred.
• A genuine interest in early childhood education and child development.
• Ability to lead age-appropriate activities and create engaging play experiences.
• Comfortable assisting children with bathroom and personal care needs as necessary.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to follow, health, safety, and child supervision procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification is a plus, or willingness to obtain it.
• French proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for students during aftercare.
• Create a warm and engaging environment through age-appropriate games, creative activities, books, and free play.
• Support children’s social and emotional development by encouraging positive interactions, cooperation, and respectful behavior.
• Assist children with bathroom and other personal care needs as necessary.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment in accordance with health and safety procedures.
• Support a smooth end-of-day transition by helping children prepare for pickup and ensuring they are released safely to authorized adults.
• Communicate relevant information about students, incidents, or concerns to the Preschool team.
• Follow L’Alliance Preschool’s policies, routines, and expectations, and contribute to a safe, positive, and welcoming experience for children and families.

Skills

Warm and nurturing

Patient

Engaging

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Preschool Aftercare Assistant
Department: Manhattan Preschool
Reports To: Preschool Director
Designation: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Salary: $20.60/hour
Work Model: In-person
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Start Date: October 2026

To spread joie de vivre through language, culture, and connection!

Attracting over 150,000 visitors annually, L’Alliance New York is the city’s premier center for French language and francophone arts and cultures. As an independent, not-for-profit organization, L’Alliance New York’s mission is to provide our members and students with engaging French language classes and audacious multi-disciplinary programming that celebrates the diversity of francophone cultures and creativity around the world.

L’Alliance New York is internationally known for offering the largest selection of fully-immersive French language courses for students aged one to 101, and for its renowned cultural programming including the annual Bastille Day celebration that takes place on New York's famed Madison Avenue, attracting over 50,000 visitors each year; the Crossing The Line arts and performance festival that engages NYC cultural institutions in bringing dynamic international artists to audiences; Animation First, the biggest animation festival in the U.S; and the Comic Arts Fest, celebrating the intersection of American and francophone comic arts.

L’Alliance Preschool is seeking a warm, responsible, and engaging educator to join our team and support our daily aftercare program. The Preschool Aftercare Assistant will help provide a safe, nurturing, and enjoyable environment for preschool students at the end of their school day.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with young children ages 2½ to 5½, is dependable and patient, and can help create a calm, positive transition from the school day to pickup.

The Preschool Aftercare Assistant will work closely with the Preschool team and follow the school’s routines, expectations, and safety procedures. A genuine interest in early childhood education and experience working with young children are strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and care for students during aftercare, ensuring their safety, well-being, and comfort at all times.
• Create a warm and engaging environment through age-appropriate games, creative activities, books, and free play.
• Support children’s social and emotional development by encouraging positive interactions, cooperation, and respectful behavior.
• Assist children with bathroom and other personal care needs as necessary, including help with clothing and hygiene and following appropriate procedures in the event of accidents.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment in accordance with school health and safety procedures.
• Support a smooth end-of-day transition by helping children prepare for pickup and ensuring they are released safely to authorized adults.
• Communicate relevant information about students, incidents, or concerns to the Preschool team.
• Follow L’Alliance Preschool’s policies, routines, and expectations, and contribute to a safe, positive, and welcoming experience for children and families.

The job description above is not an exhaustive list of duties. The person in this role will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the role and the overall business objectives of L’Alliance New York.

Who You Are

This role may be a great fit if:

• Warm and nurturing: You genuinely enjoy working with young children and help them feel safe, valued, and cared for.
• Patient and attentive: You respond calmly to children’s individual needs and support them through different emotions and experiences.
• Engaging and creative: You enjoy playing with children and finding simple, fun ways to keep them engaged at the end of their school day.
• Responsible and dependable: You understand the importance of consistent, attentive care and following established routines and procedures.
• Flexible and adaptable: You adjust activities and your approach to suit children’s energy, needs, and moods.
• Collaborative: You communicate effectively with the Preschool team and contribute to a positive, welcoming environment for children and families.

Experience & Qualifications

• Must hold valid U.S. work authorization.
• Previous experience working with young children, preferably in a preschool, school, daycare, camp, or similar setting.
• Experience caring for children ages 2½ to 5½ is strongly preferred.
• A genuine interest in early childhood education and child development.
• Ability to lead age-appropriate activities and create engaging play experiences.
• Comfortable assisting children with bathroom and personal care needs as necessary.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to follow, health, safety, and child supervision procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with children, families, and colleagues.
• CPR/First Aid certification is a plus, or willingness to obtain it.
• French proficiency is a plus.

Why Join Us

• Free French classes (Group)
• Complimentary L’Alliance New York membership

At L’Alliance New York, you’ll join a collaborative, multilingual team that values creativity, kindness, and cultural curiosity.

Employment at L’Alliance New York is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the organization may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, unless otherwise specified in a written agreement.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please reach out via the same email address.

L’Alliance New York is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, citizenship status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.