Teacher Assistant

Odyssey House • New York, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Educational Services and the Group Teacher, the Teacher Assistant assists in providing direct early childhood educational services to children between the ages of two (2) months and five (5) years of age. The Teacher Assistant is responsible for the supervision and management of all assigned children. The Teacher Assistant interacts directly with the children and models appropriate adult-child interactions for parents.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Knowledge of NYC Department of Health regulations and codes.
• Must be able to lift small children.
• Proficiency with computer operation (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook programs).
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule.
• NYS Central Registry Check and fingerprint clearance required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Child Development Associate (CDA) OR Working towards CDA certificate OR Associate degree in related field required.
• Working towards associate degree in related field OR Bachelor’s degree in related field OR Working towards Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Associate’s degree and one (1) year of experience working with children preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Teacher in maintaining a positive, developmentally appropriate, safe and healthy learning environment.
• Assist in implementing weekly lesson plans developed by the Teacher.
• Actively participate in individual and group child activities.
• Assist in the daily set up, break down and cleaning of the classroom.
• Assist in serving all daily snacks and meals for assigned children.
• Participate in all classroom trips and outings.
• Maintain proper inventory and functioning of all classroom materials and children supplies.
• Provide direct supervision of residents assigned to the childcare worker job function.
• Attend all required in-service training seminars, staff meetings, on and off-site case conferences.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Follow and implement licensing requirements per DOHMH and Odyssey House policies.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A 35-hour work week (as opposed to a 40-hour work week)
• Vacation Plan and Holiday Schedule
• Life Insurance
• Medical Insurance (Two Plans)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Additional Insurance Coverages (hospitalization, accidental, critical illness coverage)
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account/Health Reimbursement Account
• 403(b) Plan
• Corporate Counseling Associates (CCA) EAP benefit
• Ability Assist Counseling Services (through The Hartford)
• Commuter Benefits
• Educational Assistance Programs
• Special shopping discounts through ADP Marketplace and PlumBenefits
• RUFit?! Fitness Program
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCare
• Benefit Advocacy Center through Gallagher

What This Job Offers

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