Substitute Teacher Assistant (per diem)

About the role

We are hiring in the Bronx, NY! Easterseals NY- Story Ave is seeking a per diem substitute Teacher Assistant to provide coverage on an as needed basis. We are looking for dependable and reliable individuals who are able to work a flexible schedule and available to work with short notice. Must have experience with and enjoy working with children.

Responsibilities

• Aid the transfer of children to and from buses each day assuring all students are where they need to be at all times
• Perform checks of children as they arrive at school to assure physical health and document any issues
• Work as a team member with the teacher and other teacher assistants designing developmentally appropriate activities for children to aid holistic development
• Prepare the classroom each day for activities planned
• Maintain a clean environment at all times after activities
• Participate in group activities for students
• Work with individual students on activities specified in their IEP
• Aid children as necessary during meal and snack times
• Assure children transfer safely within the building and to the playground and back, maintaining face recognition procedures at all times
• Utilize PBIS and social/emotional learning strategies with all children
• Help children regulate their behavior when necessary
• Participate in meetings and staff development as assigned
• Supervise class when the teacher is involved in other activities and attend staffing and departmental in-service as assigned

Requirements

• High School education or GED
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Two (2) years practical experience working with children preferred
• Level I NYS Teacher Assistant Certification preferred
• Seeking flexible work opportunities

Pay

$18.00/hr

Schedule

Per diem, as-needed basis; flexible schedule; availability for short notice.