Teaching Assistant / Floater

Little Ivies Prep; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Little Ivies Prep, a boutique preschool in Manhattan, NY, is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant / Floater. You will support lead teachers with daily routines, learning activities, and transitions, while floating between rooms to provide coverage and support.

Responsibilities include supervising children, engaging them in age-appropriate activities, maintaining safety, and collaborating with families and staff. On-site role with opportunities for professional development.

Formación

• High school diploma required; coursework or degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Experience or strong interest in early childhood settings.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with staff, children, and families.
• Ability to work with small groups; patience and empathy.
• Basic math skills to support early math activities and routines.
• Prior preschool/childcare experience and knowledge of child development are a plus.
• Ability to stand, sit on the floor, and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Background checks and required certifications per local regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Assist lead teachers with daily routines and learning activities.
• Float between rooms to provide coverage and support.
• Supervise children during play and rest times.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Engage children in educational activities and reinforce positive behavior.
• Communicate with the teaching team and participate in staff meetings.

Conocimientos

Assistant Teaching

Communication

Working With Children

Mathematics

Safety protocols

Educación

High school diploma

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

Little Ivies Prep is a boutique preschool located in Manhattan, NY, dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education and childcare. The school emphasizes a warm, nurturing environment with small class sizes and individualized attention. Its approach blends academic readiness with social-emotional development to support the whole child. Educators at Little Ivies Prep work closely with families to create a collaborative, inclusive community focused on each child’s growth. The school values professionalism, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with young children.

Role Description

The Teaching Assistant / Floater is a full-time, on-site role based at Little Ivies Prep in Manhattan, NY. This position supports lead teachers in classrooms by assisting with daily routines, learning activities, and transitions, while also floating between rooms as needed to provide coverage and support. Day-to-day responsibilities include helping implement age-appropriate lessons, supervising children during play and rest times, and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment. The role involves engaging children in educational activities, reinforcing positive behavior, and supporting social-emotional development. The Teaching Assistant / Floater also communicates with the teaching team, follows school policies, and participates in staff meetings and professional development when required.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Assistant Teaching and Education, with experience or strong interest in early childhood settings.
• Candidates should possess strong Communication skills to collaborate effectively with staff, children, and families.
• Candidates should possess skills in Working With Children, including patience, empathy, and the ability to manage small groups.
• Candidates should possess basic Mathematics skills to support early math activities and classroom routines.
• Additional beneficial qualifications include prior preschool or childcare experience, knowledge of child development, and the ability to follow classroom and safety protocols.
• A high school diploma is required; coursework or a degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to stand, sit on the floor, and lift up to 25 lbs as part of daily interactions with children.
• Successful completion of background checks and any required certifications as per local regulations.