Preschool Teacher Assistant Floater - Play-based Learning

Astor Services Inc.; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four personal days

Full benefit package

School calendar time off

Sick time provided

Life insurance

Medical and dental plan (individual &/

family, small employee contribution)

Growth opportunities

Credential training provided

Job summary

Astor Services Inc. is seeking a Preschool Teacher Assistant to support instructional delivery in a Head Start program. Workdays are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, with summers off, in a caring classroom environment for 3- and 4-year-olds. You will assist with learning activities, supervision, and ongoing progress assessments.

Join a collaborative team that emphasizes play-based learning, safety, and family well-being. NYS TA Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• To obtain NYS TA Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Experience working with children.
• Be ready to be a team player with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to embrace challenges and celebrate successes.

Responsibilities

• Creates a well-organized learning environment for children 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 or 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.

Skills

Team player

Play-based learning

Classroom management

Assessment

Home visits involvement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Astor Services Inc. is seeking a Preschool Teacher Assistant to support instructional delivery in a Head Start program. Workdays are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, with summers off, in a caring classroom environment for 3- and 4-year-olds. You will assist with learning activities, supervision, and ongoing progress assessments.

Join a collaborative team that emphasizes play-based learning, safety, and family well-being. NYS TA Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.