Teacher Assistant

Location: Valhalla, NY

About the role

Join Easterseals Valhalla as a Teacher Assistant in our integrated and self-contained preschool classrooms. This is a 10-month position with the option to work during the extended school year (summer). You will collaborate with the Special Education Teacher to create a safe, warm, and caring educational environment for our students.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assist in caring for the physical needs of children.
• Attend staffing and departmental in-service meetings as assigned.
• Assist in keeping classroom and program supplies ready and well-maintained.
• Maintain professional ethics regarding the discussion of pupils and their conditions.
• Assist individuals with toileting and personal care needs when necessary.
• Assist with behavior management of children under the supervision of the classroom teacher, following Program and Agency policies.
• Interact with children in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate way, encouraging self-help.
• Assist in child observation, record-keeping, and assessment.
• Follow all OCFS regulations and the schoolwide PBIS initiative.
• Collaborate with classroom staff, parents, education consultants, and administration.

Requirements

• High School education or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of practical experience working with children is preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, Floating)
• Retirement plan (403(b))
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life/Accident insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Pay

$17.00–$21.00 per hour