The Learning Experience - Middletown·City of Middletown, New York
The Floating Assistant Teacher will support Lead Teachers across all classrooms by assisting with transitions, dismissal routines, and maintaining classroom management and safety compliance. This role involves engaging children in appropriate activities and ensuring positive interactions throughout the afternoon shift.
401(k) Employee discounts Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Training & development Part-Time Floating Assistant Teacher (3:00 PM–6:00 PM) The Learning Experience of Middletown Middletown, NY $16–$17.50 per hour Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The Learning Experience of Middletown is seeking an experienced, dependable, and adaptable Part-Time Floating Assistant Teacher to support multiple classrooms each afternoon.
This is not a substitute position. This is a consistent, structured role requiring professionalism, flexibility, and confidence across age groups.
Our Floating Assistant supports Infants all the way to Preschool classrooms during the busy afternoon hours, helping maintain structure, supervision, and smooth transitions.
Experience Requirement (Mandatory)
Minimum 3 years of experience working in a licensed daycare center
Experience working with multiple age groups (toddlers and/or preschool)
Strong understanding of classroom routines and child development
Only applicants with verifiable daycare experience will be considered.
This position is ideal for someone who: Is comfortable moving between classrooms based on daily needs
Can quickly adapt to different teaching styles and routines
Walks into a classroom and immediately contributes
Helps children feel safe, supported, and comfortable
Maintains professionalism and calm energy at all times
Follows policies, procedures, and licensing regulations consistently
Afternoon hours require strong supervision, energy, and organization. We are looking for someone who understands that stability and structure matter — even in part-time roles.
Key Responsibilities: Support Lead Teachers in all classrooms
Assist with transitions, dismissal routines, and classroom management
Maintain safety and ratio compliance
Help keep classrooms clean and organized
Engage children in developmentally appropriate activities
Provide nurturing, positive interactions throughout the day
The Ideal Candidate: Consistently punctual and reliable
Flexible and adaptable
Positive and team-oriented
Professional in communication and demeanor
Passionate about early childhood development
Our center is growing, and we are building a team of educators who are serious about their work and committed to maintaining high standards.
If you are an experienced early childhood professional who can confidently support multiple classrooms and commit to a Monday–Friday 3:00 PM–6:00 PM schedule, we encourage you to apply.
Applicants must have a minimum of three years of verifiable experience working in a licensed daycare center, including experience with multiple age groups like toddlers and/or preschool. The ideal candidate must be comfortable moving between classrooms, quickly adapting to different routines, and consistently maintaining professionalism and calm energy.
Market context
Teaching assistant roles in New York are often tied to steady school and childcare staffing needs, especially where programs need support for classroom routines, supervision, and active play. These roles can be competitive because employers look for candidates who meet state or accreditation requirements and can handle both indoor and outdoor activity demands. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your education, experience, and physical readiness before applying.