Teacher Assistant

Astor Services Inc.; City of Beacon (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four personal days

Full benefits package

Sick time provided

Long-term disability & life insurance

Health and dental plan options

Job summary

Astor Services is hiring Preschool Teacher Assistants in Beacon, NY. The role supports instructional delivery, supervision, and ongoing assessments for 3- and 4-year-olds in Head Start. Work Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM with summers off, and participate in home visits as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and achieving NYS TA Certification within 6 months of hire. The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and quality early education, with extensive benefits and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Obtain NYS Teaching Assistant Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Experience working with children in classroom settings preferred.
• Be a team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Create a well-organized, welcoming, safe learning environment for children.
• Apply play-based learning principles to support development.
• Supervise children and manage classroom activities effectively.
• Provide instructional support and participate in assessments as needed.
• Collaborate with staff and participate in duties to ensure smooth operation of the program.

Skills

Play-based learning

Classroom management

Instruction support

Child supervision

Team collaboration

Home visits (possible)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NYS TA Certification within 6 months

Job description

Description

Astor Services is hiring Preschool Teacher Assistants today! Enjoy working Monday through Friday from 8-3pm with summers off. 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.

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:

• Offers four personal days.
• Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff.
• Enjoy time off per the School Calendar.
• Sick time is provided.
• Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance.
• Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.
• 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.

Want to know why our team loves working at Astor? Check out our website for our employee testimonials and discover their stories!

Requirements

What You Will Need:

• A High School Diploma or GED (and a desire to learn more!)
• To obtain your 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.