Daycare Assistant Teacher

Benefits: Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development 401(k) Employee discounts Assistant Teacher – Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience – Middletown, NY

Job Type:

Full-Time | Monday–Friday Location:

Middletown, NY

Join Our Team!

The Learning Experience of Middletown is looking for a caring, energetic, and dependable

Assistant Teacher

to join our growing team!

At The Learning Experience, we believe that early childhood education should be a fun, engaging, and nurturing experience for every child. Our teachers play an important role in helping children build confidence, develop independence, and reach important developmental milestones.

We are looking for someone who genuinely loves working with young children, enjoys being part of a team, and is excited to make a positive difference in children's lives each day!

Responsibilities

Assist the Lead Teacher with daily classroom activities, lessons, and routines.

Help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.

Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through age-appropriate activities.

Supervise children throughout the day, including during meals, naps, outdoor play, and transitions.

Assist with diapering, toileting, feeding, and other daily care routines as needed.

Encourage positive behaviors, independence, and age-appropriate social skills.

Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom.

Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff members.

Follow all center policies, health and safety procedures, and applicable childcare regulations.

Qualifications

Previous experience working with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children is preferred.

A genuine passion for early childhood education and working with young children.

Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Patience, reliability, and a positive attitude.

Ability to work in a fast-paced classroom environment.

Willingness to learn, take direction, and grow professionally.

Must be able to meet all applicable New York State childcare employment requirements.

What We're Looking For

Our ideal candidate is someone who understands that being an early childhood educator is more than just supervising children. It's about helping them learn, grow, explore, and feel safe and loved every single day.

We value teachers who are

dependable, compassionate, creative, and team-oriented , and who take pride in creating meaningful experiences for the children in their care.

Why Join The Learning Experience?

Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Hands-on experience with an established early childhood curriculum.

A fun, engaging workplace where no two days are the same.

The opportunity to make a lasting impact during the most important years of a child's development.

Apply Today!

If you love working with children and are looking to become part of a dedicated early childhood education team, we'd love to hear from you!

Join The Learning Experience of Middletown, where happy happens here!