Part Time Teacher Assistant - Classroom support

Part-Time Floating Teacher Assistant – Early Childhood Education

We are seeking a caring, dependable, and flexible Part-Time Floating Teacher Assistant to support our early childhood classrooms in Brooklyn, NY. This position will assist in any classroom where coverage or additional support is needed, including our 2-Year-Old, 3K, and Pre-K classrooms.

Responsibilities:

Float between classrooms based on daily staffing and program needs

Assist Lead Teachers with classroom activities and lessons
Provide classroom coverage during staff breaks, meetings, and absences
Supervise and actively engage with children throughout the day
Support children with meals, toileting, transitions, rest time, and daily routines
Quickly adjust to the routines and expectations of different classrooms and age groups
Help maintain clean, organized, safe, and welcoming classrooms
Follow all classroom schedules, safety procedures, and center policies
Communicate professionally with teachers, directors, children, and families
Assist with classroom setup, cleanup, and preparation of learning materials
Report concerns promptly to the Lead Teacher or Director
Participate in required meetings, orientation, training, and professional development

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Previous experience working with young children preferred
Must be flexible, patient, nurturing, reliable, and comfortable working in different classrooms
Must be able to follow directions and work collaboratively with multiple teaching teams
Must complete all required health, safety, and early childhood training
Must provide current medical clearance
Must successfully complete all required background checks and fingerprinting
Must be able to stand, bend, sit on the floor, and lift up to 40 pounds when needed

Pay:

• Starting rate: $18.50 per hour
• Increase to $19.50 per hour after successfully completing the 90-day probationary period

Schedule:

This is a part-time, in-person position. Candidates must be dependable and available to work their assigned schedule consistently. Specific days and hours will be discussed during the interview.

Location: Brooklyn, NY

To Apply:
Please submit your résumé and availability. Qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule a virtual or in-person interview.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

This is a remote position.