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Daycare Assistant - Group Family DayCare

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Assistant Daycare Teacher


Location: Cypress Hills, NY
Employment Type: Independent Contractor (9 AM–6 PM or 9am-1pm or 1pm-6pm shifts, Monday–Friday)
Pay: $15/hr


About Us:
We are a licensed group‑family daycare providing warm, structured care in a home-based setting. We emphasize safety, routine, and firm boundaries to maintain compliance with NY OCFS regulations. We’re seeking a reliable Childcare Attendant who can both nurture and enforce a safe environment.




🧩 Responsibilities


  1. Childcare & Supervision + OCFS Safety Compliance

Maintain constant supervision of all children at all times except during bathroom use .


Enforce OCFS safety rules:


Ensure electrical outlet covers remain in place, and prevent children from removing them—preventing uncovered outlets .


Do not allow unsafe use of equipment—e.g., prevent a six-year-old from using an infant walker or other devices not developmentally appropriate .



Keep children in approved areas only—no unsupervised entry to restricted zones.


Enforce structure: meals/snacks only at scheduled times in the kitchen, no eating outside designated areas.


Prevent permissive “free for all” behavior.


Use designated rooms for nappies and diaper changes appropriately.



  1. Child-Related Cleaning Tasks

Sweep floors daily in play and eating areas; mop at the start or end of your shift.


Clean child/staff-used bathroom (floor, sink, toilet)


Wash dishes/utensils used by children; clear food particles from kitchen sink after use.


Empty and replace liners in child-related trash bins: kitchen trash, diaper pail, and bathroom cans at shift end.


Put away all toys and child chairs at the end of each day.



  1. Program & Activity Support

Prepare and serve healthy meals/snacks on schedule.


Lead educational play, crafts, and outdoor activities as part of a play-based curriculum.


Assist with implementing structured activities and daily program routines.



  1. Policy & Compliance

Adhere strictly to OCFS regulations for group family day care, including:


Outlet safety, hazard prevention, secure storage of cleaning materials, use of protective caps/covers, and proper behavior management techniques .



Participate in monthly evacuation and shelter-in-place drills; maintain records as required .


Cooperate with OCFS inspections, maintain accurate attendance records, and ensure all required documentation is complete and accessible .



✅ Qualifications


At least 2 years of verified childcare experience.


Must pass a background check and tuberculosis screening.


Must complete 15 hours of OCFS-approved training within 6 months; 30 hours every two years .


CPR/First Aid certified or willingness to obtain.


Assertive, structured, detail-oriented, with the ability to enforce rules consistently.



🌟 What We Offer


Full scholarships for early childhood education at CUNY/SUNY.


Flexible on‑call schedule, supportive environment, licensed operation.


Opportunity to grow professionally in a regulated, structured play-based daycare.



📝 How to Apply


If you’re a structured, safety-conscious caregiver who values cleanliness, rules, and clear boundaries—and you can enforce OCFS compliance while nurturing children—send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and fit for the role.

  • Experience
    Required
  • Languages
    English – Advanced
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Salary
    $15 – $20 hourly
  • Benefits
    referral bonuses, tuition assistance

pin icon199 Cleveland Street, Cypress Hills, Brooklyn, 11208, New York

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Daycare • 1-10 Employees

Hiring on JOB TODAY since August, 2025

We are a brand new home-based daycare in Cypress Hills Brooklyn. We provide a supportive family-like environment and provide support to pursue careers in early childhood education.

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