Flexible-Schedule Preschool Teacher Assistant (Per Diem)

The Fedcap Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals NY is seeking a per diem substitute Teacher Assistant for our preschool program in the Bronx, NY. The role supports the classroom teacher, assists with the physical and emotional needs of students, and helps with daily routines and transitions.

The position requires a High School education or GED (Bachelor's Degree preferred) and prior experience with children; Level I NYS Teacher Assistant Certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Are looking for flexible work opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Aid the transfer of children to and from buses each day.
• 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 meeting and staff development provided.

Education

High School education or GED, Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Job description

Easterseals NY is seeking a per diem substitute Teacher Assistant for our preschool program in the Bronx, NY. The role supports the classroom teacher, assists with the physical and emotional needs of students, and helps with daily routines and transitions.

The position requires a High School education or GED (Bachelor's Degree preferred) and prior experience with children; Level I NYS Teacher Assistant Certification is preferred.