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

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