Teacher Assistant (Early Childhood) Full and Part Time

Teacher Assistant (Early Childhood)

Location: Brighton New York (14618)

TES Staffing is seeking caring reliable and professional Teacher Assistants to join our Early Childhood Education team. This school offers childcare beginning at 8 weeksand continuing through Pre-K School-age Care and Vacation Camps. Teacher Assistants work collaboratively with Lead Teachers to provide a safe nurturing and engaging learning environment for children from infancy through preschool.
This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about early childhood education value teamwork and are committed to supporting childrens growth across all developmental areas.

Schedule Options

• Full-Time (40 hours/week):
  Availability required MondayFriday between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM
• Part-Time (2530 hours/week):
  Availability required MondayFriday between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM

• $18/hr. Annual merit increases
• CDA assistance

• Support Lead Teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate activities that promote social emotional physical and cognitive development
• Assist with daily care routines including feeding diapering toileting and rest time
• Help maintain a safe clean and organized classroom environment
• Observe and document developmental milestones under the direction of the Lead Teacher
• Provide responsive respectful care to infants toddlers and preschool-aged children
• Supervise children during classroom activities transitions outdoor play and special activity spaces
• Collaborate effectively with teaching staff and administrators to ensure consistent communication and teamwork
• Interact professionally with families and support positive family engagement
• Attend required trainings staff meetings and professional development sessions
• Follow all OCFS licensing regulations and report concerns or suspected violations promptly

• Ability to lift and carry children weighing 1015 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Ability to kneel bend squat stand and sit on the floor or child-sized furniture for extended periods
• Ability to supervise children indoors and outdoors including playgrounds and uneven surfaces
• Active engagement in play and movement-based activities

• Infant toddler and preschool classrooms
• Outdoor learning spaces playgrounds and walking paths
• Gymnasium and pool facilities (as applicable)
• Exposure to varying weather conditions during outdoor activities

• Associates degree in Early Childhood Education Child Development or a related field
• Minimum of one year of experience in a childcare or early learning setting
• CPR AED and First Aid certifications preferred

• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free membership to the Fitness and Aquatics Center
• Benefits eligibility varies based on full-time or part-time status
• Annual Merit increased
• Assistance with CDA programs