Teacher Assistant Floater
About The Position
Astor Services is hiring a Preschool Teacher Assistant Floater for its Head Start program, a federally funded preschool program serving children ages 3 and 4 and their families in early learning, health, and family well-being. The teacher assistant helps deliver educational services in a classroom setting, supporting instruction throughout the day, supervising children, and conducting ongoing assessments. The role may also include participating in home visits and providing assigned coverage to support smooth program operations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., with summers off.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Obtain New York State Teaching Assistant Certification within six months of hire.
- Experience working with children.
- Be a team player with a can-do attitude.
- Ability to embrace challenges and celebrate successes.
Responsibilities
- Create a well-organized learning environment that is welcoming, trusting, and safe.
- Understand and incorporate the principles of play-based learning.
- Manage the classroom effectively and supervise all children.
- Provide varied classroom experiences that individualize and foster children's emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and self-help skill development.
- Work as a team member.
- Provide coverage as assigned to ensure the smooth operation of the program.
- Follow safety and health practices in daily duties to maintain a safe learning environment.
- Support instruction throughout the day, supervise children, and conduct ongoing assessments.
- Participate in home visits when applicable.
Benefits
- Four personal days.
- Full benefits package.
- Ongoing professional development at no cost to staff.
- Time off according to the school calendar, including summers off.
- Sick time.
- Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance.
- Eligibility to participate in the agency medical and dental plans for individual and family coverage, with a small employee contribution.
- Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need.
- Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Room for growth and advancement within the organization.
- Child Development Associate credential training provided at no cost to staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
