Daycare Assistant

Overview
Join our vibrant childcare team as a Daycare Assistant, where your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment for young children. In this role, you will support early childhood development by assisting lead teachers with daily activities, ensuring the well-being of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Your positive energy and attention to detail will contribute to fostering a joyful learning atmosphere that promotes growth, curiosity, and social skills. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives while gaining valuable experience in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers in implementing age-appropriate educational activities and play-based learning experiences for children of various ages
• Support children’s emotional and physical needs through attentive caregiving, including feeding, diapering, and comforting as required
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment by following health and safety protocols
• Observe and document children’s developmental progress to inform teaching strategies and parent communication
• Support classroom management by encouraging positive behavior and helping children develop social skills
• Engage children in creative activities such as arts and crafts, storytelling, music, and outdoor play
• Collaborate with team members to plan daily schedules that promote early childhood development milestones
• Ensure compliance with all licensing regulations, safety standards, and company policies related to childcare

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children in daycare, preschool, babysitting, nannying, or similar settings is highly desirable
• Knowledge of childhood development principles and age-specific caregiving techniques
• Certification in first aid and CPR is preferred; willingness to obtain if not already certified
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special education needs is a plus
• Strong classroom management skills with the ability to foster a positive learning environment
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with children, parents, and team members
• Ability to remain energetic, attentive, and compassionate throughout busy days in a dynamic childcare setting

This role is ideal for passionate caregivers eager to support early childhood growth while building their professional skills. We are committed to providing a supportive environment where your dedication makes a difference! EEC essentials training is required to be completed during the hiring process which you will guided through. Very laid back environment and fun relaxing type of job.

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person