EARLY CHILDHOOD AIDE BILINGUAL - SUBSTITUTE
Make a real difference every day in a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing deep fulfillment and a strong sense of purpose.
About Brightway Living & Learning
Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.
About the Role
As an Early Childhood Aide Substitute, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will work closely with them in a classroom setting, assisting with daily living activities, and collaborating with the classroom teacher and team members. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.
Responsibilities
- Set up and maintain classroom materials and supplies
- Assist with bussing at arrival and dismissal
- Follow the lead of the classroom teacher
- Implement outlined behavior treatment plans
- Supervise children during classroom activities
- Demonstrate knowledge of outlined curriculum and IFSP/IEP goals
- Assist children in all daily living activities
- Work collaboratively with classroom staff and team members
- Provide verbal translation as needed for staff, families, and other stakeholders
- Translate written documents as needed for families and staff
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- Thorough knowledge of English (grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc.) as well as fluency (both verbal and written) in a second language
Physical Demands
- Modify the area to secure the safety of children
- Move/transport a child weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 3 feet to place the child on a changing table
- Move quickly after a child up to 200 feet to prevent elopement
- Position self or maneuver classroom to facilitate student instruction in classroom and playground environments
- Ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarms
- Ascend and descend stairs with railing
Benefits
- Comprehensive paid training
- Exceptional benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP
- Retirement security with a 403(b) retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Career growth and advancement opportunities within Brightway Living & Learning
Pay
$17.30 - $20.76/hour
Why You'll Love This Job
- Build meaningful relationships with individuals and their families
- Benefit from ongoing training and professional development
- Be part of a supportive team of passionate and dedicated colleagues
- Experience deep job satisfaction knowing your work matters