Teacher's Aide

Children's Aid Job Listing•New York, NY

About The Position

The Teacher’s Aide reports to the Education Director and works with the teaching team to support children in reaching developmentally appropriate milestones. The role helps implement evidence-based curricula, individualized support, and high-quality learning environments, while supporting children and families in preparing for kindergarten and beyond and helping ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and site-specific funding regulations. The Teacher’s Aide supports the lead teacher with curriculum delivery, classroom preparation, small-group and individual instruction, behavioral support, technology integration, student assessment and recordkeeping, family engagement, and data-informed improvement. The role also involves required early childhood trainings and professional development, collaboration with teaching staff, and compliance with applicable health, safety, licensing, supervision, and privacy requirements. The incumbent is expected to work in person or in a hybrid arrangement as determined by department needs, with requirements subject to periodic review.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Must meet Federal Head Start, NYC DOHMH Article 47, and Universal Pre-K requirements.
A Pre-K or Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is required for the applicable classroom assignment, or the employee must be enrolled in an approved CDA credential study plan and complete it within 24 months of hire.
At least one year of experience working with infants, toddlers, and/or preschool-aged children.
Bilingual English and Spanish ability is required or strongly preferred depending on program needs.
Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with children, families, and team members.
Commitment to early childhood education, reflective practice, and ongoing professional growth.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable privacy laws and regulations, including HIPAA.
Commitment to Children's Aid’s mission and to providing a safe, supportive, developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children.
Ability to work a schedule, in person or hybrid, as determined by department needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting children with special needs.

Responsibilities

Promote the organization’s mission, vision, and core values, and support the lead teacher in strategies aligned with educational goals and organizational standards.
Assist the lead teacher in implementing the curriculum, adapting materials to students’ diverse needs, and preparing and organizing lesson materials and classroom learning spaces.
Conduct small-group activities under the lead teacher’s guidance, monitor student progress, and provide feedback to the lead teacher.
Provide one-on-one support to students and collaborate with the lead teacher on implementing individualized education plans and accommodations.
Reinforce classroom rules and expectations, support an inclusive environment, and use positive reinforcement strategies to address behavioral challenges.
Support the use of educational technology and help manage classroom technology resources.
Assist with administering and scoring assessments, maintaining child records, and observing and documenting child development and student progress.
Share information with families about classroom activities, student progress, and events; help organize and participate in parent-teacher conferences and other school events.
Recruit families through community tabling, advertising, and recruitment events.
Collect, analyze, and report data on student progress and classroom activities to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Complete required early childhood and agency trainings, participate in professional development and team meetings, and engage in self-assessment, reflection, and coaching.
Follow applicable city and federal health and safety guidelines, emergency procedures, licensing requirements, child-to-teacher ratios, and line-of-sight supervision requirements.
Protect confidentiality and comply with privacy laws and standards, including HIPAA.