Preschool Teaching Assistant — Nurture & Grow Young Minds

Agri-Business Child Development; Otter Kill (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

ABCD is seeking a caring, dependable Teaching Assistant to support Preschool classrooms. The ideal candidate is nurturing, patient, and passionate about early childhood development, providing a safe and loving environment where young children can grow and thrive.

The role supports the Lead Teacher in caring for infants and toddlers, with responsibilities that include daily routines, safety, and engaging activities. CPR/First Aid or willingness to obtain is preferred.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Associates Degree in Early Childhood or Child Development.
• Accepted: Current CDA or Experience working with infants and toddlers, accompanied by coursework or training with infant/toddler content, a degree in a related field, training with infant and toddler content.
• Experience working with infants and/or toddlers preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to lift, carry, and care for young children.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in caring for infants and toddlers
• Support daily routines including feeding, diapering, napping, and playtime
• Help create a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment
• Observe and support children’s developmental milestones
• Follow health, safety, and licensing regulations
• Communicate positively with teachers and families

Skills

Teaching in early childhood

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Education

Associates Degree in Early Childhood or Child Development

Current CDA or equivalent experience

Job description

ABCD is seeking a caring, dependable Teaching Assistant to support Preschool classrooms. The ideal candidate is nurturing, patient, and passionate about early childhood development, providing a safe and loving environment where young children can grow and thrive.

The role supports the Lead Teacher in caring for infants and toddlers, with responsibilities that include daily routines, safety, and engaging activities. CPR/First Aid or willingness to obtain is preferred.