Pre-k Teacher's Assistant
ASSISTANT TEACHER WANTEDFull-Time Pre-K Program iBrain Nursery, a day care and nursery school located in Flushing, Queens, is seeking a caring and dependable Assistant Teacher to join our team. At iBrain Nursery, we believe every child deserves a high-quality early childhood education. Our balanced approach supports children’s academic learning, social-emotional development, independence, and creativity. We are looking for someone who is hardworking, nurturing, loving, patient, and genuinely enjoys working with young children. Position Details * Position: Assistant Teacher * Employment Type: Full-Time * Schedule: Monday through Friday * Hours: 8:15 AM–3:45PM * Location: Flushing, Queens, NY * Compensation: $18–$22 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications * Annual salary option may be available, up to $35,000, depending on the school calendar, experience, and responsibilities. Required Qualifications * A genuine love for working with young children * At least one year of experience as a Teaching Assistant in a DOE UPK, Pre-K, or 3-K classroom * DOE fingerprint clearance * Reliable, responsible, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team * Strong communication and classroom-management skills Preferred Qualifications * Two years of college coursework or an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field * New York State Teaching Assistant Certification * Experience working in a day care, nursery school, or early childhood education program Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Support the Lead Teacher in implementing lesson plans, classroom activities, and daily routines. * Prepare developmentally appropriate educational materials and learning activities. * Supervise children closely and help maintain a safe, caring, and positive classroom environment. * Support children in developing self-help skills, including feeding, toileting, handwashing, dressing, and cleaning up. * Assist the Lead Teacher with maintaining required classroom records and documentation in accordance with DOE and child care regulations. * Help organize and maintain an engaging early childhood classroom through bulletin boards, classroom displays, learning centers, books, toys, and educational materials. * Regularly clean and sanitize classroom toys, furniture, supplies, and equipment. * Follow all health, safety, infection-control, and universal precaution procedures. * Work cooperatively and communicate professionally with teachers, administrators, children, and families. * Participate in classroom setup, school events, parent orientation, and other school activities as needed. If you are a warm, patient, and responsible educator who enjoys helping young children learn and grow, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your résumé along with a brief introduction. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour Education: * High school or equivalent (Preferred) Work Location: In person