Child Care Teacher Assistant w/ Sign On Bonus
- Employer
- Hudson Valley Community College
- Location
- Troy, NY
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Troy,New York,United States
$500 Sign On Bonus!! $250 after 4 months of employment and $250 after 1 year of employment!!
We are looking for qualified professionals who are enthusiastic about early care and education to come join our team. The ideal candidates must have, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED in addition to professional experience caring for children and perform the duties and responsibilities listed below:
- Assist in establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy learning environment and be responsible for the care, cleanliness, and daily preparation of learning areas
- Assist in providing a classroom environment for children that is developmentally appropriate and responsive to individual children’s strengths, interests and needs
- Assume leadership of the classroom in the event of the teacher’s absence
- Work cooperatively with teacher, center staff and outside service providers
- Assist in conducting parent teacher conferences twice a year to discuss the development and growth of the children
- Assist with all required paperwork including weekly lesson plans, weekly parent newsletters, anecdotal records, workshop evaluations, student intern and work study student evaluations, etc
- Is knowledgeable of all Child Care guidelines and implements those that relate to the position
- Establish and maintain positive, supportive relationships with families; greet parents and children upon arrival and departure; be available to discuss with parents progress or concerns regarding their child and encourage parent involvement
- Participates in training as assigned
- Attend and participate in center staff meetings
- Perform all reasonable related duties as assigned by the Director or designated employee.
The Faculty Student Association of HVCC offers competitive salaries to daycare teacher assistants at our Viking Child Care Center. We also offer tuition assistance for SUNY classes. Our center is rich in resources and materials and provides many opportunities for professional development.
Some of our benefits include:
Hourly pay $16.50-$18.00 based on experience
$500 Sign On Bonus!! $250 after 4 months of employment and $250 after 1 year of employment!!
- QualitystarsNY scholarship
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- Prescription plan
- Retirement plan
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid time off
- SUNY discounts
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification and First Aid (Preferred)
Organization
Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College is one of the largest and most comprehensive institutions in the SUNY system. Each year, more than 20,000 students pursue their goals through 80+ degree and certificate programs, hundreds of workforce training opportunities, and a wide range of personal enrichment classes.
The college is recognized for excellence and innovation in teaching, career training, and student support. Small classes, extensive learning resources, and targeted retention efforts reflect a strong commitment to student success, diversity, and equity—particularly for historically underserved communities.
Hudson Valley remains responsive to both student aspirations and regional workforce needs, continuously adapting programs and expanding transfer agreements with four-year institutions. It is a leader in engineering, technology, skilled trades, and healthcare programs, while also offering strong liberal arts, business, computer science, criminal justice, education, and human services pathways.
Students benefit from a vibrant campus experience with extracurricular offerings that rival many four-year colleges. The 120-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities across more than 20 buildings, alongside branch locations at HVCC North in Malta, HVCC South at the Capital South Campus Center, and the Aeronautical Technology Institute at Albany International Airport.
The college also sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center, providing free career training and academic preparation for qualified students, and partners with over 30 high schools to deliver dual enrollment opportunities.
With more than 90,000 alumni—most living and working in the Capital Region—Hudson Valley continues to shape futures and strengthen communities.
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