Teaching Assistants (Toddler, Preschool & UPK)
Little Genius Center for Learning
Clifton Park, NY, 12065
Assistant Teacher Full-time, Part-time Onsite $15.50 - $17.00 an hour*
*Wage is based on LGCFL Payscale, Experience, Education and Credentials
Posted 15 days ago (September 24, 2025)
Organization Statement

Little Genius nurtures each childโ€™s unique potential through joyful, bilingual education and character-building experiences. We create a safe, inspiring environment that fosters academic excellence, emotional growth, and 21st-century skillsโ€”preparing confident, compassionate learners for a global future.

Job Description

Classroom Management:

  • Work in a team in the classroom and with Little Genius Center for Learning (LGCFL) staff to facilitate and manage the classroom.
  • Must display caring, creative personality and take initiative to support in the classroom.
  • Assist in providing appropriate supervision for children at all times adhering to OFCS ratio compliance.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents
  • Assist in providing basic needs for children
  • Work with children to improve their social skills and build self-esteem.
  • Assist in maintaining and providing care for children using responsive discipline and self regulations techniques.
  • Assist maintaining inventory for classroom supplies and request items as needed.
  • Responsible for classroom management when the Lead teacher is absent.

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Curriculum & Planning:

  • Assisting with implementation of developmentally appropriate, creative, fun-filled curriculum using a variety of educational techniques
  • Assist in providing tools and resources for children to use and explore during learning and play activities.
  • Assist in communicating with families and school administrators using the Procare app for communicating with families, keeping track of daily activities, and documenting learning.
  • Assist in the implementation of a consistent routine and give the children a sense of security and stability.
  • Assist in maintaining a neat, clean and organized classroom
  • Assist in supporting and helping prepare detailed and developmentally appropriate lesson plans, using the Creative Curriculum and best practices.
Responsibilities

Classroom Management:

  • Work in a team in the classroom and with Little Genius Center for Learning (LGCFL) staff to facilitate and manage the classroom.
  • Must display caring, creative personality and take initiative to support in the classroom.ย 
  • Assist in providing appropriate supervision for children at all times adhering to OFCS ratio compliance.ย 
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents
  • Assist in providing basic needs for children
  • Work with children to improve their social skills and build self-esteem.ย 
  • Assist in maintaining and providing care for children using responsive discipline and self regulations techniques.ย 
  • Assist maintaining inventory for classroom supplies and request items as needed.ย 
  • Responsible for classroom management when the Lead teacher is absent.


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Curriculum & Planning:

  • Assisting with implementation of developmentally appropriate, creative, fun-filled curriculum using a variety of educational techniquesย 
  • Assist in providing tools and resources for children to use and explore during learning and play activities.
  • Assist in communicating with families and school administrators using the Procare app for communicating with families, keeping track of daily activities, and documenting learning.
  • Assist in the implementation of a consistent routine and give the children a sense of security and stability.
  • Assist in maintaining a neat, clean and organized classroomย 
  • Assist in supporting and helping prepare detailed and developmentally appropriate lesson plans, using the Creative Curriculum and best practices.


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Qualifications

Education Requirementsย 

High School Diploma or GED

Spanish speaking is a plus but not required.ย 

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Experience Requirementsย 

1+ Childcare experience preferred


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  • Minimum Education Level: Highschool Graduate or GED
  • Preferred Education Level: CDA Credential
Application Instructions

Please send completed resume with 3 references to:

email: littlegenius518@gmail.com

subject: Job ID 5272- Teaching Assistant

Additional Information

Weโ€™re a passionate and committed team looking for individuals who share our drive and dedication. Our goal is to build a strong, stable staff community, and we value team members who are reliable, enthusiastic, and invested in long-term growth. If you're someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to make a lasting impact, weโ€™d love to have you grow with us.

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