Preschool Teacher Aide (26663)

Northern Rivers Family of Services; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care package

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

401 (K) plan

Life Insurance

Loan repayment assistance

Free training/CEU opportunities

Job summary

Northern Rivers Family of Services is hiring for a full-time position in Schenectady, NY. The role supports daily routines for children, collaborates on program curriculum, and helps implement weekly plans in a preschool setting.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe, positive environment, encouraging parent involvement, and adhering to confidentiality and program standards. Excellent communication and reliability are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in preschool preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Use daily routines and observations to meet the strengths and needs of children.
• Work as a team member to facilitate the program's curriculum, procedures and philosophy.
• Assist in the implementation of weekly program plans.
• Help establish a safe environment and a positive emotional tone that is supportive of individual children.
• Maintain a welcoming atmosphere to encourage parent participation and involvement.
• Participate in staff training according to program plans and policies.
• Report any suspected injuries to classroom staff.
• Learn and apply the program curricula to each child.
• Maintain punctuality in all interactions with children, parents, coworkers and volunteers.
• Interact positively with and provide choices to children during meals and naps.
• Care for program equipment and supplies safely and cost-effectively.
• Assist in classroom cleanup and follow universal precautions daily.
• Assist children in transitioning during day and safe exit during drills.
• Adhere to agency standards regarding child and family confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Preschool knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Schenectady-Bigelow - Schenectady, NY 12304, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None

Responsibilities

• Use daily routines and observations to meet the strengths and needs of children
• Work as a team member to facilitate the programs curriculum, procedures and philosophy.
• Assist in the implementation of weekly program plans.
• Help establish a safe environment and a positive emotional tone that is supportive of the individual childs feelings by interacting with them in a supportive way.
• Maintain a welcoming atmosphere to encourage and facilitate ongoing parent participation and involvement.
• Participate in staff training according to program staff training plan and policies.
• Report any suspected injuries immediately to classroom staff.
• Learn and apply the program curricula to each child
• Maintain punctuality in all interactions with children, parents, coworkers and volunteers
• Interact positively with and provide choices to children during meal and nap times
• Care for program equipment and supplies safely and cost-effectively
• Assist in classroom cleanup and follow universal precautions daily
• Assist children in transitioning during day when needed
• Assist children in safely exiting from Center during fire drills and any hazardous situations
• Adhere to agency and program standards regarding child and families confidentiality and maintain appropriate professional boundaries

Requirements and Education

• High school diploma
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in preschool preferred
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.