Teacher Aide

Grand St Settlement Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Grand Street Settlement is seeking a Part-Time Teacher Aide in Brooklyn, NY. The role supports Early Childhood classrooms, assists with supervision and activities, and helps maintain a safe learning environment.

The schedule is Monday–Friday, 10am–2pm, with possible variation for program needs. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, experience with young children, and the ability to work with diverse families.

Qualifications

• Minimum – High School Diploma or equivalent, some college credits preferred.
• Experience working with young children.
• Ability to interpret safety regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to foster and maintain positive, professional relationships with staff and participants.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children and reinforce a child-centered classroom.
• Assist with implementing activities and supporting staff and volunteers.
• Maintain classroom health and safety and support program routines.
• Assist with attendance, health checks, and documentation as needed.
• Flexible schedule to substitute for other staff as needed.

Skills

Experience with young children

Positive staff relationships

Interpret safety regulations

Professional communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Teacher Aide

Regular Part-Time Program Brooklyn, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2727

POSITION TITLE: Teacher Aide
DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood
LOCATION: Sunset Park Child and Family Center: 850-856 50th St., Brooklyn, NY 11220
REPORTSTO: Center Director
SALARY: $18.49 per hour (benefits include life insurance, 401k, vacation, personal, and sick time-off)
DATE: October 2026
SCHEDULE:Monday - Friday, 10am - 2pm. Schedule may vary due to program needs.

JOB SUMMARY:This position serves as a Teacher’s Aide as needed for Grand Street Settlement Early Childhood classrooms. Responsible for assisting with the supervision of all children, implementing classroom activities, works cooperatively with and supporting other classroom staff and volunteers, and assists with the general maintenance of the classroom to insure the health and safety of the children of the program.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum – High School Diploma or equivalent, some college credits preferred
• Experience working with young children
• Ability to work with children and families with special developmental, social or cultural needs
• Ability to interpret documents such as safety regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to foster and maintain positive, professional relationships with staff and participants

PRE- EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Clearance through DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply)
• Obtain Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency’s policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect
• Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious Diseases certificate within the first year of employment.
• Meet all employee health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start Performance Standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direct supervision of the Center Director, the Teacher Aide shall be responsible for:

• Child Growth & Development: Supervision all children's indoor and outdoor activities while incorporating positive guidance techniques. Assist with implementing a child-centered curriculum to its fidelity and learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation to promote development in all domains for children of all abilities.
• Planning: Collaborates with classroom team in the preparation of daily lesson plans and individualization for children. Assist with collecting daily anecdotes and write observations for children. Assist with assessing children with Teaching Strategies Gold online three times a year Program Implementation: Provide positive guidance and discipline supporting children as they acquire readiness skills for kindergarten and beyond
• Family Partnerships: Assist with creating and maintaining a positive working relationship with parents, providing positive feedback on child's ongoing developmental success and challenges. Encourages parent participation in staff-parent conferences and home visits discussing their child's development and education
• Communication and Service Coordination: Assist with maintaining regular contact with parents and complete appropriate documentation; Direct developmental concerns to Lead Teacher and may participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings with Family Advocate, Health, Nutrition and Disabilities Coordinator
• Record Keeping and Reporting: Assisting Teacher in completion of attendance, health checks, home correspondence, home visit forms, accident/ incident reports, referrals and safety inspections. Assist with requesting supplies as needed and participate in classroom/program inventory as requested
• On-going Monitoring and Self-Assessment:Work with teaching team to analyze child outcomes on a classroom basis two- three times a year
• Participate in coaching opportunities and professional development training development Flexible schedule to substitute for Assistant Teachers and other staff members as needed Ability to lift 35 pounds
• Other duties as assigned

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