We’re Hiring Teacher Aides/Assistants at All Variety Child Learning Center Campuses

We work with students from 6 weeks old to 8 years old, including children with diverse learning needs. Teacher Aides play a key role in creating a supportive, nurturing, and engaging environment for every student while assisting teachers in their daily classroom routines.

Essential Functions:

As defined by the New York State Education Department (SED), a Teacher Aide assists teachers with non-instructional duties, including:

  • Helping manage classroom materials, records, and equipment.
  • Supporting students’ physical and emotional needs throughout the day.
  • Supervising students to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.

Work Schedule:

  • Full-Time Hours: Typically, 8:00 AM – 3:00/3:30 PM or 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
  • Year-Round Program: Our school operates on a 12-month schedule(212 School Days)
  • Employees are expected to follow school policies and the annual calendar regarding personal time off.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Hourly Rate: Competitive, with differentials for certification level and bilingual ability. Approximately $17 – $20 per hour.
  • Paid Time Off: Earn 1 hour of PTO for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours per school year (July 1 – June 30).
  • Full-Time, Non-Exempt Benefits:
    • Enjoy 12 paid holidays and scheduled school breaks (conditions apply).
    • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, paid time off, paid holidays/school breaks, and professional development opportunities!
  • Additional benefits include a warm, inclusive work culture and opportunities for growth and training.

Physical Expectations:

Our work is hands-on and active! You’ll be moving throughout the day—engaging with children, assisting in classrooms, and ensuring a safe, fun environment.

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, run, sit, kneel, and climb stairs.
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs (preschool age) and 50 lbs (school-age) as needed.

Additional Requirements:

  • Background clearances, education verification, annual physical, and PPD required.
  • Flexibility to take on additional related duties as needed to support our school community.