Magical Beginnings Learning Centers

Schoolwide Assistant Teacher

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers  •  Hudson, NY (Onsite)  •  15 days ago
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Job Description

At Magical Beginnings, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and engaging start to their educational journey. With care, we care — and that belief is at the heart of everything we do. As a trusted leader in early childhood education across Massachusetts, our centers create joyful learning environments where children feel supported, confident, and excited to learn each day.

We’re currently seeking a warm, dependable, and team-oriented Schoolwide Assistant Teacher to join our Harmon center. In this role, you’ll support classrooms throughout the school, helping teachers create positive experiences for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children while building meaningful connections with children, families, and fellow educators.

As a Schoolwide Assistant Teacher at our Harmon early childhood education center, you’ll provide flexible classroom support across infant, toddler, and preschool programs while helping maintain a safe, engaging, and nurturing daycare environment. This role is ideal for candidates interested in childcare, preschool teaching, daycare support, or early childhood education careers.

You'll thrive in this role if you have:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience with infants preferred
  • Willingness to complete OCFS required trainings
  • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Some requirements of the role include:

  • Availability to work Monday through Friday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
  • Ability to spend extended periods of time on the floor with the children
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs
  • Ability to stand up to 90% of the workday
  • Attentiveness, strong time management, and a team-focused mindset

As a Schoolwide Support Teacher, you will be responsible for:

  • Assisting Lead Teachers and classroom teams with daycare and preschool classroom activities, lesson plans, and age-appropriate curriculum
  • Supporting children through daily childcare routines including arrival, circle time, meals, diapering/toileting, nap time, outdoor play, and classroom transitions
  • Helping create a positive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children
  • Supervising children throughout the day to ensure safety, engagement, and compliance with teacher-to-child ratios
  • Maintaining classroom cleanliness, organization, and sanitization in accordance with Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and health and safety standards
  • Assisting with classroom setup, snack and meal support, and daily daycare operations as needed
  • Floating between classrooms to support staffing coverage and operational needs across the childcare center
  • Building strong relationships with children, families, teachers, and center leadership through teamwork and professionalism
  • Supporting compliance with all daycare licensing requirements, center policies, and early childhood education regulations
  • Helping maintain classrooms that are prepared for licensing visits, inspections, and quality assurance standards
  • What Magical Beginnings offers you:

    • Paid sick time
    • 13 paid holidays*, plus a guaranteed paid week-long winter break
    • Paid snow days and vacation time*
    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
    • Long-term disability
    • Company-paid life insurance with additional voluntary coverage
    • Parental leave
    • Child care discount ($25/day)
    • Weekly pay and direct deposit
    • Referral and enrollment bonuses
    • Classroom tablets
    • A budget for classroom supplies
    • Paid classroom planning time
    • Mentor program
    • Teacher appreciation events
    • Team building activities
    • School community outreach projects

    • *Available to full-time employees only


    If you’re passionate about supporting young learners, enjoy working collaboratively, and want to be part of a caring and mission-driven school community, we’d love to connect with you.
    About Magical Beginnings
    Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood schools dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments. We value collaboration, kindness, and continuous improvement—and we support our team members with a positive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow.
    Magical Beginnings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

    Magical Beginnings Learning Centers

    About Magical Beginnings Learning Centers

    Magical Beginnings is an award-winning collection of early learning centers serving children and families across New England. With a focus on building self-confidence through curiosity and community, our dedicated educators help each child grow at their own pace, preparing them for a bright and independent future.

    Our mission is care. We put our hearts into everything we do, from the careful attention paid to children and our environments, to the deeply loving care we provide within our classrooms, to the joyful impact we make in the communities we serve. When we inspire confidence and encourage self-expression, we believe that every day can be filled with discovery, laughter, and learning.

    We're not just a daycare - we're a partner in each child's development, offering peace of mind for families and celebrating each magical moment along the way.

    Industry
    Unknown
    Company Size
    51-200 employees
    Headquarters
    Beverly, Massachusetts
    Year Founded
    2000
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