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