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About the Role
We are seeking an Assistant Teacher to join our classroom team, starting with our 7-week summer program (8:15 AM–5:15 PM), continuing into the school year.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Who You Are
You are a caring, energetic, and enthusiastic educator who:
• Loves spending time with young children and delights in their curiosity
• Is a collaborative team player who takes initiative and adapts quickly
• Brings warmth and patience to every part of the day — from playtime to transitions
• Communicates respectfully and professionally with families and colleagues
• Is eager to grow as an early childhood educator
What You'll Do
• Support the lead teacher in implementing engaging, play-based activities and daily routines
• Actively play and interact with children to support their social, emotional, and developmental growth
• Assist children with self-help skills including feeding, toileting, diapering, and dressing
• Help prepare and organize classroom materials and learning spaces
• Supervise children to ensure their safety and wellbeing at all times
• Model and encourage developmentally appropriate social behaviors and expectations
• Assist with light classroom housekeeping to maintain a healthy, welcoming environment
• Work with individual children to support their unique needs
Requirements
Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or a related field — or currently enrolled in an accredited ECE program (a plus)
Experience caring for or working with young children, including supporting self-help skills
Warm, responsible, and dedicated — a true team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
Professional and courteous with both families and colleagues
Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
Comfortable with basic technology
Medical clearance required
DOI and DOE fingerprinting a plus
About Purple Crayon
Purple Crayon has been operating as a preschool since 2014. Our mission at Purple Crayon is to provide a nurturing, caring and rigorous quality early childhood education to children residing in Brooklyn, New York. Purple Crayon Preschool is a warm, community-centered early childhood school rooted in relationships, play, high-quality early childhood educational experiences and respect for each child’s development.