Daycare Teacher Assistant

Benefits:

401(k) Paid time off Training & development Opportunity for advancement Columbia Children's Center, a nonprofit community daycare center, providing full-time care for children ages six weeks to four years old. CCC is licensed by New York State Office of Children and Family Services and operates year-round with six classrooms and a team of qualified, experienced teachers who follow a developmentally appropriate curriculum, including daily outdoor play. We are looking to bring on an experienced early childhood educator to assist in our oldest 3's and 4's classroom, and assistant teachers/floaters to support! These positions would coordinate closely with our team to implement the preschool program. This is an exciting opportunity to have a tremendous impact on our oldest children before they leave our program.

Schedule:

Full time•Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensations Career Advancement Opportunities Great Work Environment Retirement plan Paid time off Life insurance An annual schedule that builds in quarterly time for paid trainings, team-building, and staff development General Responsibilities Become familiar with and comply with all internal policies and

NYS OCFS

rules and regulations for licensed daycare centers (training provided) Oversee the safety and supervision of children Engage with children in meaningful, respectful, and supportive ways Build positive relationships with children, their families, and our team of staff Collaborate on the creation and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum Complete annual training requirements Keep records of each child's progress, interests and any problems that may occur Skills Nurturing attitude and passion for working with young children Ability to organize and manage a classroom Excellent communication skills

Required Qualifications:

Lead Teacher:

Associates Degree or higher in ECE or related field

Assistant Teacher/Floater:

High school diploma/GED or higher ALL teachers must meet any additional state specific guidelines (fingerprinting, background check); applicants and new hires can be rejected or terminated based on an unacceptable background check

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in licensed childcare Knowledge of childhood development principles and practices

Pay:

Starts from $18•22 per hour•compensation is negotiable and based on experience and skill

Work Location:

In person-reliable transportation is required