• Teacher Assistant

    Fedcap (Carmel, NY)


    We are hiring in Carmel, NY! Join us at Easterseals NY- Project Soar for an exciting career as a Teacher Assistant.

     

    Salary Range: $17-20/hr

    Position Summary:

    Easterseals NY- Project Soar is seeking a Teacher Assistant for our preschool program serving students with special needs.

    Essential Job Functions:

    + Work under supervision of classroom teacher.

    + Assist in caring for physical needs of children

    + Attend staffing, departmental in-service meetings as assigned.

    + Assist in keeping classroom and program supplies ready and well maintained.

    + Maintain professional ethics in the building and out, regarding the discussion of pupils, and their conditions.

    + Adhere to the Program and Agency policies.

    + Assist individuals with toileting and personal care needs when necessary.

    + Assist with behavior management of children under the supervision of the classroom teacher as outlined by Program and Agency policies.

    + Interact with children at all times in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate way, while encouraging self-help.

    + Assist in child observation, records keeping, and assessment.

    Education and Experience:

    + High School education or GED, Bachelor's degree preferred.

    + Two (2) years practical experience working with children is preferred.

    + Level I NYS Teacher Assistant Certification preferred.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer