Astor Services·City of Beacon, New York
Create a safe, welcoming, and organized learning environment for infants and toddlers using play-based learning principles. Foster children's emotional, cognitive, and physical development while ensuring constant supervision and adherence to health practices.
Description Astor Services is hiring Infant and Toddler Teacher Assistants today! Enjoy working Monday through Friday from 7:30-3:00 in a fun and nurturing learning environment. Early Head Start is a federally funded program delivering services to infants 8 weeks to 18 months old in core areas of early learning, health, and family well-being.
Creates a well-organized learning environment for infants and toddlers that conveys a welcoming, trusting, and safe environment. Understands and incorporates the principles of play-based learning. Demonstrates effective classroom management, including responsibility for supervision of all children. Incorporates a variety of experiences in the classroom to individualize and foster the children’s emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and self-help skill development. Able to work as a team member. Provides coverage, as assigned, to ensure the smooth operation of the program. Must follow safety and health practices in the daily operation of duties to maintain a safe learning environment. What we provide: Offers four personal days. Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff. Enjoy time off per the School Calendar. Sick time is provided. Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance. Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.? Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need. Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment. Room for growth and advancement within the organization. Child Development Associate credential training provided at no cost to the staff Join Astor Services – Apply Now! Do you meet the qualifications above? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families? We want to hear from you! Your credentials and compassion can bring about positive change for a child in need. Apply now to become a part of the Astor Services team.
Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive.
You must have: High School Diploma or GED You should have: Experience with the population served is preferred Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred, or must be obtained within two years of hire
Market context
In New York, infant care assistant roles typically see steady demand in early childhood and childcare settings, especially where programs need dependable support for infants and toddlers. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with experience with the target age group and a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, even when a high school diploma or GED is the minimum requirement. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then highlight any infant-care experience and readiness for professional development in your application.