Support lead teacher in:

1. Support Social and Emotional Development

• Helps children learn how to share, take turns, and interact with peers.

• Guides them through managing emotions, expressing themselves, and developing empathy.

• Creates a warm, encouraging classroom where children feel safe and valued.

2. Teach Through Play

• Designs fun, age-appropriate activities that promote learning through play (e.g., building with blocks, pretend play, art).

• Encourages curiosity and imagination, helping children explore the world around them.

• Uses songs, stories, and games to teach early concepts in a playful way.

3. Introduce Basic Academic Skills

• Teaches foundational skills like recognizing letters, numbers, shapes, and colors.

• Encourages language development through storytelling, conversation, and songs.

• Builds early math and literacy skills using hands-on, interactive activities.

4. Promotes Motor Skill Development

• Plans activities to strengthen fine motor skills (e.g., cutting with scissors, drawing, threading beads).

• Encourages gross motor activities like dancing, climbing, and running during outdoor play or gym time.

5. Maintains a Routine

• Follows a consistent daily schedule with time for learning, meals, naps, and play.

• Helps children transition between activities smoothly, providing structure and predictability.

Assistants are required to have a high school diploma and some experience working with children

• Minimum Education Level: Highschool Graduate or GED
• Preferred Education Level: CDA Credential (with credit-bearing certificate)

Maria Lane - Director

Please email resume to marialane@worksitedaycare.com.

We are located in Pomona NY 845 364-2697