Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Assistant to join our team. As an Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our educational programs and providing care for infants and children. This position requires strong communication skills, a passion for education, and the ability to effectively manage classroom dynamics.

Summary: Responsible for assisting the Teacher facilitate daily curriculum activities for the children by performing the following duties.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Greets children and parents/guardians in a professional and enthusiastic manner each day.

Maintains a happy, sanitary and relaxed atmosphere in the nursery area.

Plans and executes a child-centered day which promotes total development of each child, and applies knowledge of various development stages of infants and toddlers.

Interacts with children through instructional methods to include play, music, arts and crafts, reading, writing, computer and physical activities.

Prepares, executes and discusses infant feeding routines with childcare director to meet individual needs.

Changes children’s diapers or clothes as needed.

Assists children with general hygiene practices including bathroom and cleanliness needs.

Adheres to appropriate diapering procedures at all times to include assuring cleanliness of work areas and proper disposal of diapers.

Assists with nap time routine to include creating a relaxing environment.

Maintains written documentation of each child's daily activities to include diapering, feeding and sleeping habits, and forwards reports to childcare director.

Completes accurate attendance sheets daily, tallies number of children in attendance and notifies the Director of absences.

Maintains work areas in a sanitary and attractive manner to include sanitizing highchairs, tables, microwave, kitchen counter tops and sinks after feedings and at the end of each day.

Washes children’s toys daily or more often as needed.

Sanitize and clean outdoor toys periodically.

Attends professional workshops and seminars, visits centers and reads information pertaining to infancy and early childhood development.

Maintains a positive interpersonal relationship with all children, fellow staff, and parents/guardians.

Performs classroom cleaning duties to include sweeping/ vacuum floor after meals, shampooing carpets periodically, cleaning cots, washing of cot sheets, chairs and wipe tables or spills as necessary, dusting windows, etc.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills:

Oral Communication Skills

Written Communication Skills

Interpersonal Relations

Customer Service

Diplomacy

Math Aptitude

Negotiations

Organization

Planning

Professionalism

Reading Skills

Time Management

Ability to perform tasks related to the physical care of children

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or Equivalent. Prior early childhood care experience helpful.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and possess the necessary skills and qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding Assistant position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Language:

• Spanish and English (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• West Babylon, NY 11704 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Babylon, NY 11704: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person