Assistant Teacher
New Beginnings of Smithtown
Smithtown, NY, 11787
Assistant Teacher Full-time Onsite $18.00 - $19.00 an hour
Posted 8 days ago (February 9, 2026)
Organization Statement

We strive to ensure that the culture we promote is conducive to raising a child of character and success in this day and age.

At New Beginnings, we believe that exposing children to different cultures and traditions is an essential aspect of early childhood education. We strive to create a welcoming environment that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our curriculum is designed to celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures that make up our community, through music, art, and storytelling. We encourage our children to ask questions, share their experiences, and learn from each other’s unique perspectives. By nurturing a love for different cultures, we hope to instill in our children a sense of curiosity, empathy, and respect for people from all walks of life.

As a family owned and family maintained business, New Beginnings is steeped in family values. Come by and let us show you why we’re the best choice in childcare in New York!

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

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  • Assist in the implementation of curriculum activities and encourage participation by children.
  • Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
  • Maintain communications with families through informal discussions.
  • Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center and vice versa.
  • Provide emotional and behavioral support to children by creating a positive environment that supports emotional connections between children and adults and between children and their peers.
  • Must have a positive attitude and be flexible to fit the needs of the children and center.
  • Follow all center policies and state regulations.
  • Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

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Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the implementation of curriculum activities and encourage participation by children.
  • Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
  • Maintain communications with families through informal discussions.
  • Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center and vice versa.
  • Provide emotional and behavioral support to children by creating a positive environment that supports emotional connections between children and adults and between children and their peers.
  • Must have a positive attitude and be flexible to fit the needs of the children and center.Β 
  • Follow all center policies and state regulations.
  • Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

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  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must clear New York Child Care Criminal Background Check (CBC).
  • Upon hire, must participate in all trainings required by OCFS

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DesiredΒ 

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  • One year of experience working with children less than 13 years of age.
  • High energy.
  • Ability to work well with others.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills
  • An understanding of child development.
  • Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
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Educational Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED or
  • One year of experience working with children less than 13 years of agesΒ 
  • Minimum Education Level: Highschool Graduate or GED
  • Preferred Education Level: Highschool Graduate or GED
Application Instructions

Please send your resume directly to AnneMarie Logan (Education Director) annemariel@newbeginningsli.school

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