Teacher Assistant (Summer)
About The Position
Easterseals Valhalla is hiring a temporary Teacher Assistant for their Summer program in Valhalla, NY, which runs from July 6th to August 14th. The Teacher Assistant will work in integrated and self-contained preschool classrooms, collaborating with the Special Education Teacher to foster a safe, warm, and caring educational environment. This role involves adhering to OCFS regulations, following the school-wide PBIS initiative, and working with classroom staff, parents, education consultants, and administration. Easterseals is dedicated to creating equity and access for people with disabilities and other barriers to self-sufficiency, serving as an indispensable resource for families for over 100 years.
Requirements
- High School education or GED
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree
- Two (2) years practical experience working with children
Responsibilities
- Work under supervision of classroom teacher.
- Assist in caring for physical needs of children
- Attend staffing, departmental in-service meetings as assigned.
- Assist in keeping classroom and program supplies ready and well maintained.
- Maintain professional ethics in the building and out, regarding the discussion of pupils, and their conditions.
- Adhere to the Program and Agency policies.
- Assist individuals with toileting and personal care needs when necessary.
- Assist with behavior management of children under the supervision of the classroom teacher as outlined by Program and Agency policies.
- Interact with children at all times in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate way, while encouraging self-help.
- Assist in child observation, records keeping, and assessment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
