EARLY CHILDHOOD PRESCHOOL 1:1 AIDE BILINGUAL

About the role

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non‑profit provider of human services on Long Island, supporting over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. The Early Childhood Preschool 1:1 Bilingual Aide works in a preschool setting to support a child’s individualized education program (IEP) and daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain classroom materials and supplies.
• Assist with bussing at arrival and dismissal.
• Implement a child’s IEP and monitor progress toward goals.
• Apply teaching strategies utilizing principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Collect data and document student progress as outlined by the classroom teacher.
• Follow the lead of the classroom teacher and implement behavior treatment plans.
• Supervise children during classroom activities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the curriculum and IEP goals.
• Assist children with all daily living activities.
• Work collaboratively with classroom staff and team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Fluent in English and a second language.

Qualifications

• Ability to modify the area to secure safety of children.
• Ability to move/transport a child weighing up to 30 lb to a height of 3 ft.
• Ability to move quickly up to 200 ft to prevent elopement.
• Ability to position self or maneuver the classroom to facilitate instruction in both classroom and playground environments.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarms.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs with railing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive paid training.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within Brightway Living & Learning.
• Supportive, passionate team environment.
• Opportunities to build meaningful relationships with individuals and families.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Work‑life balance.

Pay

$21.80 per hour, part‑time, hourly position.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 3:30 pm.