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Daycare Assistant/helper - Gigi's Little Learners - New York

Child Care

8 August 2026613 views

The Day Care Assistant/Helper supports the daily operations of the childcare center by assisting with the supervision and care of children, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and helping teachers and staff with daily routines. This position does not serve as the lead teacher but plays an essential role in ensuring the smooth operation of the program.

  • Help children during meals, snacks, toileting, handwashing, and other daily routines.
  • Set up and clean up classroom activities and learning materials.
  • Sanitize toys, tables, cots, and classroom equipment throughout the day.
  • Maintain clean, organized classrooms, bathrooms, and common areas.
  • Assist with nap time, playground supervision, and classroom transitions.
  • Help prepare and distribute snacks and meals.
  • Encourage positive behavior by modeling kindness, patience, and respect.
  • Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of children at all times.
  • Follow all center policies, health and safety procedures, and licensing regulations.
  • Assist in different classrooms as needed.
  • Communicate respectfully with children, families, and coworkers.
  • Attend required staff meetings and training sessions.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the Director.
  • Experience
    Not required
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Schedule
    8:00-5:00pm
  • Salary
    $15 – $19 hourly
  • Benefits
    performance raise/bonus
  • Starting time
    Immediate start!

pin icon34-56 33rd Street, Astoria, Queens, 11106, New York

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Childcare AssistantNew York

Child Care • 1-10 Employees

Hiring on JOB TODAY since August, 2026

## About Our Company We are a caring, safe, and nurturing childcare center dedicated to helping children learn, grow, and thrive. Our mission is to provide a loving environment where every child feels valued and respected

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