Paraprofessional, Early Education — 1:1 & Classroom Support

St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children seeks an assistant to support teachers and staff in providing developmentally appropriate education for children in our program.

The role includes helping implement lesson plans, preparing materials, and maintaining a safe, compliant classroom environment. Required is a high school diploma or GED, with BLS certification and experience working with children of various abilities.

Qualifications

• Formal education required includes a high school diploma or GED; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience working with children of various abilities and age groups is required.

Responsibilities

• Support teacher and classroom staff in creating a developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Assist in implementing lesson plans and classroom routines for individual students or groups.
• Prepare developmentally appropriate educational materials as needed.
• Assist with self-help skills development (feeding, toileting, dressing).
• Maintain records to meet compliance requirements and support oversight.

Skills

Experience with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children seeks an assistant to support teachers and staff in providing developmentally appropriate education for children in our program.

The role includes helping implement lesson plans, preparing materials, and maintaining a safe, compliant classroom environment. Required is a high school diploma or GED, with BLS certification and experience working with children of various abilities.