Toddler Teacher Assistant

The Learning Experience - Hell’s Kitchen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health insurance

Professional development

Childcare discount

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen in New York, NY is seeking a caring Toddler Teacher Assistant to support our toddler classroom. You will help the Lead Teacher with daily routines, learning activities, and fostering language, social-emotional, and physical development.

This full-time role involves assisting with meals, diapering, transitions, and outdoor play while maintaining a safe, nurturing environment. Competitive pay and benefits included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Early childhood education or childcare experience preferred.
• Passion for working with toddlers and supporting their development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, nurturing, and professional approach.
• Must meet all New York State and NYC childcare licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily classroom routines for toddler-aged children.
• Support developmentally appropriate learning activities using LEAP Curriculum.
• Encourage children's language, social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Assist with meals, diapering, toileting, transitions, and outdoor play.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators.
• Observe children's progress and communicate with the Lead Teacher.
• Follow all New York State and NYC health, safety, and licensing requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Nurturing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Early childhood education or childcare experience

Job description

Toddler Teacher Assistant

Location: The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY
Pay: $18–$20 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen is seeking a caring and dependable Toddler Teacher Assistant to support our toddler classroom. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys helping young children develop confidence, communication skills, and independence while working alongside an experienced Lead Teacher.

As a Toddler Teacher Assistant, you'll help create a safe, engaging, and nurturing classroom where children learn through play, exploration, and meaningful relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily classroom routines for toddler-aged children
• Support developmentally appropriate learning activities using The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Encourage children's language, social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment
• Assist with meals, diapering, toileting, transitions, and outdoor play
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators
• Observe children's progress and communicate with the Lead Teacher
• Follow all New York State and NYC health, safety, and licensing requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Early childhood education or childcare experience preferred
• Passion for working with toddlers and supporting their development
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, nurturing, and professional approach
• Must meet all New York State and NYC childcare licensing requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay of $18–$20 based on experience
• Paid time off and recognized holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision benefit options
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Apply Today

Join The Learning Experience – Hell's Kitchen and help create a classroom where toddlers feel safe, supported, and excited to learn every day.