Special Education Teacher Assistant

Astor Services Inc.; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Child Development Associate credential

Job summary

Astor Services is hiring Preschool Teacher Assistants for Head Start in Kentucky. This full-time role supports instruction, supervision, and family well-being for 3- and 4-year-olds, with a 35-hour workweek across the year.

The position offers growth opportunities and a no-cost credential training (Child Development Associate) while collaborating with a dedicated professional team. Commitment to safety and health practices is required daily.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with the population served is preferred.

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

Teamwork

Play-based learning

Classroom management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Astor Services is hiring Preschool Teacher Assistants today! Head Start is a federally funded preschool program delivering services to 3 and 4-year old children and their families in core areas of early learning, health, and family well-being.

This position is full time working 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

The teacher assistant will assist in the delivery of educational services to children in a classroom setting. This includes; support for instruction throughout the day, supervision of children, ongoing assessments, and may include participation in home visits. Come join our team!

Job 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.

What we provide:

• Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need.
• Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Room for growth and advancement within the organization.
• Child Development Associate credential training provided at no cost to the staff

Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive.

Requirements

You must have:

• High School Diploma or GED.

You should have:

• Experience with the population served is preferred.