Preschool Certified Teacher Assistant - Manhattan

Adapt-Community-Network; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Industry-leading benefits

Job summary

Adapt Community Network in Manhattan is hiring a Preschool Certified Teacher Assistant to provide instructional support under the supervision of a licensed teacher. The role includes assisting with classroom activities, preparing materials, supervising children, and ensuring safety and dignity in care.

This full-time position offers a sign-on bonus and industry-leading benefits. Applicants must have NYS Teacher Assistant Certification (Level I-III) and at least a high school diploma or GED, with

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Good oral and written communication required.
• Good interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, children and parents.
• Must maintain confidentiality of children’s records.
• Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures.
• Six months of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical and programmatic aid to children.
• Aids in program plans and preparations.
• Supervises children in assigned areas.
• Gathers information about children to support learning and behavior.
• Assists with instructional materials and resources.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Problem analysis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NYS Teacher Assistant Certification (Level I-III)

Related experience (6 months) preferred

Job description

Description

We are currently looking for a Preschool Certified Teacher Assistant to join our team at our Manhattan Children's Program. This position includes a SIGN-ON BONUS!

Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

SUMMARY

Under general supervision of a licensed or certified Teacher, is responsible for providing instructional services to children in the classroom.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Certified Teacher Assistant will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides physical and programmatic aid to children assigned.
• Aids in program plans and preparations.
• Assists with supervision of children in assigned areas.
• Provides Teacher with information about children that will assist in development of appropriate learning and behavioral experiences.
• Assists children with use of available instructional resources and assists Teacher with development of instructional materials.
• Performs clerical work for assigned areas i.e. collating, folding, typing, laminating and answering telephones.
• Participates in case conferences as needed.
• Ensures that services are rendered to children with utmost regard for their personal dignity, privacy and confidentiality.
• Provides necessary program support/coverage.
• Ensures that all data collection and progress notes are completed according to division time frames, and they accurately reflect functioning and program standards.
• Follows established classroom activity schedules.
• Assists Special Education Teacher in maintaining a clean and organized classroom.
• Always implements universal precautions.
• Assists with toileting and feeding of children as needed.
• Assists with outer clothing of children receiving services on arrival and departure as needed.
• Participates in activities outside of activity room, when necessary, i.e. trips, pool, gym. Enters swimming pool and participates fully in all pool activities with children as required.
• Attends required staff meetings.
• Participates in in-service training programs within department.
• Assists with transporting children between buses and building as requested.
• Initiates precautions within established framework to assure that own work is completed in a manner free from recognized hazards.
• Substitutes in other classrooms as requested.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, children, and their parents
• Must maintain confidentiality of children’s records
• Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six months of related experience is preferred.
• Attended workshops on Child Abuse Identification, Preventing Sleeping Infant Death Syndrome, and Abusive Head Trauma Training (to be completed before start date).
• NYS Teacher Assistant Certification required as a Level I, II or III.

COMPENSATION

$19.06 - $23.05/hour (based on certification level, after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees.

At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.