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Miss Debbie's Creative Childcare, a licensed and registered child care center in Plainview, Long Island, is looking for a warm, nurturing Assistant Teacher to join our Infant and Toddler team! If you love working with young children, value teamwork, and want to grow in a supportive early childhood setting—we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do:

As an Assistant Teacher, you'll support the classroom's daily operations while working under the guidance of the Lead Teacher. Your day will be filled with laughter, stories, cuddles, singing, helping with feedings/diapering, and playing alongside our youngest learners.

Responsibilities Include:

Assisting the Lead Teacher in implementing the daily routine and age-appropriate activities Providing gentle, responsive care to infants and toddlers Helping maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming classroom Supporting diaper changes, feedings, and nap routines Engaging with children through play, music, movement, and learning activities Communicating positively with families and co-workers Ensuring compliance with O.C.F.S. regulations and center policies

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent required Experience working with infants or toddlers strongly preferred Must be nurturing, dependable, and eager to work as part of a team Must be willing to obtain required background clearances and training per O.C.F.S. regulations

What We Offer:

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications. The range is from $17.50-$23.00 401(k) with employer matching Health insurance options with employer contribution Childcare tuition discount or scholarship Paid professional development Warm, family-like workplace culture A chance to grow your career while making a difference every day At Miss Debbie's, we believe that family comes first , and we work hard to ensure our teachers feel valued, supported, and inspired in the work they do.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.50 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Plainview, NY 11803 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Plainview, NY 11803: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person