Assistant Daycare Teacher - Floating Position

Location

Astoria

Type

Part Time

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Employee discounts
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
About Us

At The Learning Experience®, we believe that consistency, teamwork, and flexibility are essential to providing high-quality early childhood education. Our program is designed to support children across all age groups through nurturing care, structured learning, and a collaborative teaching environment.

We are seeking a dependable and experienced Assistant Teacher who can provide classroom support wherever needed - going from classroom to classroom and help maintain smooth daily operations throughout the center.

Position Summary

The Assistant Teacher – Floating Position supports classrooms across multiple age groups as needed, including infants, toddlers, and preschool children. This role requires flexibility, strong classroom awareness, and the ability to quickly adapt to different routines, teaching styles, and age-appropriate expectations while maintaining consistency and quality care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide classroom support in infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms as needed

  • Assist Lead and Assistant Teachers with daily activities, routines, and transitions

  • Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment in all assigned classrooms

  • Supervise children at all times to ensure safety

  • Support daily care routines including meals, diapering/toileting, rest, and transitions

  • Use positive guidance and age-appropriate behavior support strategies

  • Step in for classroom coverage during staff absences, breaks, or schedule changes

  • Follow all state licensing regulations, health, and safety procedures

  • Communicate professionally with teaching staff and leadership

  • Support classroom organization, materials, and cleanliness

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in an Early Childhood Education setting

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

  • Strong understanding of child development and classroom routines

  • Ability to adapt quickly to different classrooms and teaching teams

  • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

  • Reliable, flexible, and team-oriented

  • Ability to meet all state and center background clearance requirements

What We’re Looking For

  • A professional who is flexible, dependable, and confident in multiple classrooms

  • Someone who thrives in a supportive, fast-paced environment

  • A team player who communicates clearly and follows direction

  • An educator who prioritizes child safety, consistency, and teamwork

What We Offer

  • Supportive leadership and collaborative workplace culture

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Opportunities for growth within The Learning Experience

  • Competitive compensation based on experience

  • A positive, structured environment focused on quality early learning

Compensation: $17.00 - $18.50 per hour

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.

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