EARLY CHILDHOOD AIDE INSTRUCTOR

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.

About the role

As an Early Childhood Aide Instructor, 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 work collaboratively 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 lead of 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
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Minimum 6 college credits
• Must possess NYS Level I Teaching Assistant certification within 6 months from entering this position

Skills

• Modify the area to secure the safety of children
• Ability to move/transport a child weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 3 feet to place child on 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 environment
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarms
• Ascend and descend stairs with railing
• Empathetic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• Good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Benefits

• Comprehensive Paid Training
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning

Pay

$17.00 - $20.40/hour

Schedule

Various shifts available Monday – Friday, 8am – 3:30 pm