Preschool Teacher Assistant

Little Lukes; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to shaping the future of children in Central New York. As a part-time Preschool Assistant Teacher, you'll work alongside a team of dedicated educators to provide exceptional care and instruction to preschoolers. This role emphasizes creating a nurturing environment that fosters curiosity and excitement for learning. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere with opportunities for professional development, work-life balance, and a commitment to the well-being of families. If you have a passion for early childhood education and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Free Life Insurance

Company Paid TA Certification

Student Loan Forgiveness

Paid Training

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K with Matching

Employee Childcare Discount

Continuing Education Assistance

Professional Mentoring Program

Qualifications

• Passion for providing exceptional care and education to children.
• Expertise in supporting educational and social emotional growth.

Responsibilities

• Support development and education of preschool children ages 3-5.
• Create a positive and structured learning environment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Classroom Management

Child Development Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

NYS Teacher Assistant Certification

Job description

Part-time Preschool Assistant Teacher / Classroom Support Specialist – Central NY

Little Lukes’ mission is to build a bright future for every child by bringing extraordinary care and education to children in our community.

When you join Little Lukes, you're joining a team that has an unstoppable drive to change the lives of families across Central New York. We're a team of thoughtful Certified Teachers and Special Education Teachers, expert Speech Language Pathologists, and experienced Physical and Occupational Therapists. Above all, we are committed to helping each other succeed, learn, and grow—all while bringing the best care to families in CNY.

Setting and Location

Little Lukes Preschool and Children Center. Choice of 4 locations in East Syracuse, Baldwinsville, Fulton, or Oswego NY.

Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Role

We are on the lookout for Assistant Teachers to support our daycare classrooms. In this role, you will work with our phenomenal team of Certified Lead Teachers and Special Education Teachers to support the children in our care.

• Provide exceptional care and instruction
  • Support the development and education of preschool children, ages 3 to 5 years, within our Inclusive classrooms alongside a Lead Teacher and Special Education Teacher.
  • Assist in teaching developmentally appropriate academic and social skills to prepare children for kindergarten through strong, language-based, whole group, small group, and one-on-one interactions.
• Classroom Environment
  • Help to create a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment where children are encouraged to be curious and excited to learn.
  • Implement effective classroom management.
  • Help to set and reinforce classroom expectations and routines.

About You

You will thrive in the role of an Assistant Preschool Teacher at Little Lukes if you have:

• A passion for our mission to offer the best care and education for local children and their families.
• Expertise in delivering care for the educational, developmental, and social emotional growth of the children in your charge.
• A warm, engaging approach with a family-centered focus.
• The drive to work hard, to be your best self and to adapt to the constant change and evolution of care for children in their Early Childhood years.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) and an ability to share feedback across teams in a collaborative and solution-oriented way.
• Preferred but not required: An active NYS Teacher Assistant certification. We will pay for your certification!

Part-time Daycare Assistant Teacher Job Compensation and Benefits

• Industry-leading salaries
• Company Paid:
  • Free Life Insurance
  • Company Paid TA Certification
  • Student Loan forgiveness participation
  • Paperless technology
  • Paid training
• Company-sponsored
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401K retirement plan with matching
  • Employee childcare discount
  • Continuing Education Assistance
• Access to
  • Amazing team-oriented environment
  • Professional mentoring program
• Work/Life Balance
  • Monday-Friday (weekends off!)
  • Day shifts only 7:45am - 1:15pm
  • Break weeks

Next Steps for Daycare Preschool Classroom Support Job Application

Please reach out to our Program Directors at [e-mail] to learn more about the location, team and atmosphere with Little Lukes. We can’t wait to meet you!