Teacher Aide

Brockton Area Multi-Servi • Brockton, MA

20d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher Aide provides support to Early Intervention staff, therapists, and children participating in center-based and group services. BAMSI's Early Intervention Program supports infants, toddlers, and their families through compassionate, family-centered services that promote healthy growth and development. They work collaboratively with families and professionals to help children reach their fullest potential during the critical early years of life.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Ability to interact with children, families, and professionals with patience, flexibility, and compassion
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to observe children and maintain safety through adequate visual and auditory abilities
• Ability to respond quickly during emergencies involving children
• Ability to run, lift, or carry children if needed during emergency situations
• Ability to stoop, squat, sit on the floor, bend, reach, stretch, and actively participate in play and child-focused activities
• Ability to move quickly to assist children as needed throughout the day

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• Experience working with children ages 0–3 with developmental delays preferred
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists during group activities and individual treatment sessions as needed
• Support children’s participation in therapeutic and developmental activities
• Help prepare materials, activities, art projects, and snacks for groups and sessions
• Encourage a positive, engaging, and safe environment for children and families
• Set up and clean up treatment rooms, group spaces, and activity areas
• Ensure children safely transition on and off transportation vehicles
• Help ensure children are clean, safe, and have all belongings for their return home
• Assist with general housekeeping and clerical tasks as needed
• Follow all agency and program policies and procedures
• Maintain safety standards and utilize universal precautions as required
• Assist in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designee

Benefits

• Up to 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday
• 12 paid holidays
• Up to 2 weeks Sick Time
• Highly Specialized Paid Trainings
• Health and Dental Insurance (based on eligibility)
• Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 403B plan with discretionary match
• Wellness Activities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Development Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED