Assistant Teachers - Delaware Ave., Buffalo at The Jewish Center of Buffalo – Buffalo, New York

We are looking for individuals with a strong work ethic and a passion for working with young children in our NAEYC accredited Early Childhood Center. Are you organized, dependable, creative, energetic and nurturing? Do you love working in a team environment? Come join us and get paid to play!

Job responsibilities include:

• Actively engaging and interacting with children in their play (ages9 months to pre-K)
• Maintaining classroom cleanliness
• Feeding children
• Changing diapers
• Assisting Lead Teacher in developing lesson plans
• Establishing positive relationships with children and their families.

To be considered for this position you must be available weekdays between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM. YOU MUST BE PREPARED TO WORK AT LEAST THREE AFTERNOONS UNTIL 6:00 PM, NO EXCEPTIONS.

Perks include a free gym membership (state of the art fitness center, adult classes, pool and more), paid time off, employer contribution toward health insurance, 401K, staff discounts on childcare and summer camp.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be 18 years old, have a high school diploma (or equivalent), and at least one year of work experience in a child care setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or a CDA and two or more years of experience in a child care setting.

Hourly wage starting at $15.19 an hour and up to $16.95 an hour, based on education and experience.