State Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Tutor Time Childcare; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Monday–Friday schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

Tutor Time Childcare in Melville, NY is seeking a dedicated State Pre-K Assistant Teacher to guide four-year-olds through developmentally appropriate activities and routines. The role emphasizes caring for children, collaboration with families, and adherence to licensing and center standards.

We offer a supportive learning environment with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and a Master Teacher Program, plus a Monday–Friday schedule and a strong benefits package for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Associates in Early Childhood Education or related field, or active CDA.
• Experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Ability to meet state education requirements and center policies.

Responsibilities

• Instruct 4-year-olds according to program requirements.
• Observe, assess and plan for children's needs; communicate with families.
• Follow licensing guidelines and company standards.
• Create fun, interactive learning experiences for children.

Skills

Caring

Engaged

Creative

Knowledgeable

Education

Associates in Early Childhood Education or related

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.


• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.


• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.


• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The State Pre-K Assistant Teacher is responsible for instructing 4-year old's, based on needs of each child, and the requirements of the program. We want change makers who never stop being curious, inventive, and open-hearted to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond.

As an Assistant Teacher, you are:

• Caring! Follow all licensing guidelines, company standards and grant program requirements to ensure the daily care of every child in your classroom.


• Engaged! Develop your ability to accurately observe, assess, and plan for children, as well as effectively communicate with families.


• Knowledgeable! Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics.


• Creative! Implement curriculum while creating fun, interactive learning experiences for the children.

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who have:

• Associates in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related or an active CDA in Preschool.


• Experience in a licensed childcare center or related field.


• The ability to meet state requirements for education and our center requirements.


• Able to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay $17-19 hourly, Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options; based on Position, Education and Experience / any other compensation offered


• Immediate Health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time-off and 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.


• Limited medical offered for part-time workers.


• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees


• Monday-Friday work week

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.