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  • Daycare Assistant
    Daycare Assistant
    4 days ago
    Full-time
    Jamaica, Queens

    Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Daycare Assistant! In this rewarding role, you will support the development, safety, and well-being of young children in a nurturing and engaging environment. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a positive space where children can learn, explore, and grow. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives while gaining valuable experience in early childhood education. Responsibilities Supervise children during daily activities, playtime, meals, and rest periods to ensure their safety and engagementAssist lead teachers with classroom management and instructional activities focused on child development and learning milestonesSupport infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with age-appropriate care routines, including diapering, feeding, and hygiene practicesImplement classroom activities that promote social skills, creativity, and early learning concepts such as language development and motor skillsCommunicate effectively with parents about their child's progress, behavior, and needs to foster strong relationshipsFollow all safety protocols including first aid procedures, pediatric first aid guidelines, and mandated reporting laws for child welfare concernsMaintain a clean, organized classroom environment that encourages exploration while adhering to health and safety standardsSkills Experience working with children in daycare centers or preschool settingsKnowledge of child development instruction and early childhood education principlesAbility to manage classroom behavior through positive reinforcement and effective behavior management strategiesFamiliarity with first aid, CPR, pediatric first aid procedures, and emergency response protocolsStrong communication skills for parent interaction and team collaborationExperience working with individuals with disabilities or special education needs is a plusClassroom experience involving toddler care, infant care, or childcare supervision is highly valuedUnderstanding of mandated reporting laws related to child safety and welfareSkills in caregiving, babysitting, or teaching young children across diverse developmental stagesEmbark on a fulfilling career that nurtures the next generation! We are committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training opportunities in childhood development and classroom management. Join us to make a difference every day in the lives of children and their families! Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) matchingChildcareWork Location: In person

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  • Daycare Teaching Assitant
    Daycare Teaching Assitant
    5 days ago
    $17–$21 hourly
    Part-time
    Jamaica, Queens

    Daycare Teaching Assistant Hearts and Minds Daycare LLC – Jamaica, Queens, NY Hearts and Minds Daycare is seeking a dependable, energetic, and caring Teaching Assistant to join our early childhood education team. We serve children ages 2–5 and are looking for someone who enjoys working with young children and understands that a strong classroom requires active engagement, teamwork, consistency, and attention to daily routines. Responsibilities The Teaching Assistant will work alongside the classroom teacher to support the daily operation of the classroom. Responsibilities include: • Actively supervising and engaging with children throughout the day, • Supporting learning centers, small-group activities, circle time, art projects, and other classroom activities, • Assisting children during meals, transitions, toileting, handwashing, rest time, and other daily routines, • Helping prepare classroom materials and activities, • Maintaining a clean, safe, organized classroom, • Cleaning and resetting tables, learning centers, toys, and classroom materials throughout the day, • Supporting meal and snack setup and cleanup, • Assisting with arrival and dismissal procedures, • Completing assigned classroom and daily support tasks, • Following classroom schedules, center policies, and staff procedures, • Communicating professionally with teachers, administrators, children, and families, • Using positive, age-appropriate guidance and redirection techniques, • Supporting other classrooms or areas of the program when needed We Are Looking For Someone Who: • Is dependable and arrives to work on time, • Is warm, patient, and comfortable working with children ages 2–5, • Takes initiative and notices what needs to be done, • Can remain actively engaged with children rather than waiting to be directed throughout the day, • Works well as part of a team, • Can follow established routines and procedures, • Is comfortable with cleaning and classroom-maintenance responsibilities, • Is willing to receive coaching and professional feedback, • Communicates professionally and respectfully Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent required, • Early childhood education coursework or experience preferred, • Previous daycare, preschool, childcare, camp, or classroom experience preferred, • Must be able to meet NYC childcare personnel requirements, • Must be willing to complete required trainings and clearances, • Ability to stand, bend, sit on the floor, lift classroom materials, and remain active throughout the workday Schedule Monday–Friday Part-time and full-time scheduling may be available based on program needs and candidate availability. Candidates should provide their true ongoing availability when applying. Scheduling and hiring decisions are made based in part on the availability provided

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