• Infant Care Assistant

    Astor Services (Wappingers Falls, NY)


    Infant Care Assistant

     

    Wappingers Falls, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=136+Sheafe+Road+Wappingers+Falls+NY+USA+12590)

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-time

    Description

    Astor Services is hiring Infant and Toddler Teacher Assistants today! Enjoy working Monday through Friday from 7:30-3:00 in a fun and nurturing learning environment. Early Head Start is a federally funded program delivering services to infants 8 weeks to 18 months old in core areas of early learning, health, and family well-being.

    Responsibilities:

    + Creates a well-organized learning environment for infants and toddlers that conveys a welcoming, trusting, and safe environment.

    + Understands and incorporates the principles of play-based learning.

    + Demonstrates effective classroom management, including responsibility for supervision of all children.

    + Incorporates a variety of experiences in the classroom to individualize and foster the children’s emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and self-help skill development.

    + Able to work as a team member.

    + Provides coverage, as assigned, to ensure the smooth operation of the program.

    + Must follow safety and health practices in the daily operation of duties to maintain a safe learning environment.

    What we provide:

    + Offers four personal days.

    + Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff.

    + Enjoy time off per the School Calendar.

    + Sick time is provided.

    + Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance.

    + Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.?

    + Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need.

    + Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.

    + Room for growth and advancement within the organization.

    + Child Development Associate credential training provided at no cost to the staff

     

    Join Astor Services – Apply Now!

     

    Do you meet the qualifications above? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families? We want to hear from you! Your credentials and compassion can bring about positive change for a child in need. Apply now to become a part of the Astor Services team.

     

    Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive.

    Requirements

    You must have:

    High School Diploma or GED.

    You should have:

    Experience with the population served is preferred.

     

    Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred, or must be obtained within two years of hire .

    Salary Description

    $31,376-$32,960/year