Schoolwide Assistant Teacher

Magical Beginnings; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers in Schenectady, NY, is seeking a warm Schoolwide Assistant Teacher to support infants to preschoolers across classrooms. You will assist lead teachers, help with routines, and foster a safe, nurturing learning environment.

This role requires a high school diploma, at least one year of child care experience, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it, and a Monday–Friday schedule within center hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience working with young children (infants to age 5).
• Willingness to complete OCFS required trainings.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Availability to work Monday through Friday within operating hours of the center.
• Ability to spend extended periods of time on the floor with the children.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to stand up to 90% of the workday.
• Attentiveness, strong time management, and a team-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Lead Teachers and classroom teams with daycare and preschool classroom activities, lesson plans, and age-appropriate curriculum.
• Supporting children through daily childcare routines including arrival, circle time, meals, diapering/toileting, nap time, outdoor play, and classroom transitions.
• Helping create a positive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
• Supervising children throughout the day to ensure safety, engagement, and compliance with teacher-to-child ratios.
• Maintaining classroom cleanliness, organization, and sanitization in accordance with Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and health and safety standards.
• Assisting with classroom setup, snack and meal support, and daily daycare operations as needed.
• Floating between classrooms to support staffing coverage and operational needs across the childcare center
• Building strong relationships with children, families, teachers, and center leadership through teamwork and professionalism
• Supporting compliance with all daycare licensing requirements, center policies, and early childhood education regulations
• Helping maintain classrooms that are prepared for licensing visits, inspections, and quality assurance standards

Skills

Teamwork

Childcare experience

Stamina

First Aid/CPR

Lifting 50lbs

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma

Job description

At Magical Beginnings, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and engaging start to their educational journey. With care, we care — and that belief is at the heart of everything we do. As a trusted leader in early childhood education across Massachusetts, our centers create joyful learning environments where children feel supported, confident, and excited to learn each day.

We’re currently seeking a warm, dependable, and team-oriented Schoolwide Assistant Teacher to join our Schenectady center. In this role, you’ll support classrooms throughout the school, helping teachers create positive experiences for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children while building meaningful connections with children, families, and fellow educators.

As a Schoolwide Assistant Teacher at our Schenectady early childhood education center, you’ll provide flexible classroom support across infant, toddler, and preschool programs while helping maintain a safe, engaging, and nurturing daycare environment. This role is ideal for candidates interested in childcare, preschool teaching, daycare support, or early childhood education careers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of one year of experience working with young children from infants to age 5
• Willingness to complete OCFS required trainings
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Availability to work Monday through Friday within operating hours of the center
• Ability to spend extended periods of time on the floor with the children
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to stand up to 90% of the workday
• Attentiveness, strong time management, and a team-focused mindset

As a Schoolwide Support Teacher, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting Lead Teachers and classroom teams with daycare and preschool classroom activities, lesson plans, and age-appropriate curriculum
• Supporting children through daily childcare routines including arrival, circle time, meals, diapering/toileting, nap time, outdoor play, and classroom transitions
• Helping create a positive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children
• Supervising children throughout the day to ensure safety, engagement, and compliance with teacher-to-child ratios
• Maintaining classroom cleanliness, organization, and sanitization in accordance with Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and health and safety standards
• Assisting with classroom setup, snack and meal support, and daily daycare operations as needed
• Floating between classrooms to support staffing coverage and operational needs across the childcare center
• Building strong relationships with children, families, teachers, and center leadership through teamwork and professionalism
• Supporting compliance with all daycare licensing requirements, center policies, and early childhood education regulations
• Helping maintain classrooms that are prepared for licensing visits, inspections, and quality assurance standards

$17 - $22 an hour

Payroll is processed weekly.

About Magical Beginnings

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood schools dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments. We value collaboration, kindness, and continuous improvement—and we support our team members with a positive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow.

Magical Beginningsis proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.