Daycare Assistant
3 days ago
Cypress Hills, Brooklyn
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. 2. 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. 3. 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. 4. 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.
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