Teacher Assistant

The Fedcap Group • Town of Mount Pleasant, NY

17h • $17 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring in Valhalla NY! Join us at Easterseals Valhalla for an exciting career as a Teacher Assistant. This is a 10-month position with the option to work summer (extended school year). As a Teacher Assistant, you will work in our integrated and self-contained preschool classrooms and collaborate with the Special Education Teacher to create a safe, warm, and caring educational environment for our students. You will follow all OCFS regulations, follow schoolwide PBIS initiative, and collaborate with classroom staff, parents, education consultant, and administration.

Requirements

• High School education or GED
• Two (2) years practical experience working with children is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off (Vacation, Sick Floating)
• Retirement plan 403(b)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life/Accident insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED