Teacher Assistant

Albany Community Action Partnership; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a community agency committed to empowering children and families through early childhood education. The Teacher Assistant role involves supporting teachers, maintaining safety, and fostering child development in preschool settings. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity for professional growth through free Childhood Development Associate (CDA) certification.

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Sick and Personal Leave

12 paid holidays

403(b) with employer contribution

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunity for Advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a preschool classroom or early childhood education setting.
• CDA credential is recommended.
• At least 15 hours of ECE coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in planning and executing curriculum for preschool and Early Head Start classrooms.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children.
• Build relationships with parents/guardians to support child development.

Skills

Bi- or Multi-lingual skills

Experience in preschool

Education

High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (GED)

CDA credential

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Description

Do you love working with young children and want to make a difference in their lives?

At ACAP, we’ve been empowering children and families through early childhood education for nearly 60 years. As a Teacher Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to create fun, nurturing spaces where they can grow, learn, and thrive.

ACAP is hiring full-time Teacher Assistants for 10-month positions in our preschool classrooms and year-round positions in our Early Head Start classrooms at our early childhood education centers in Albany County, New York.Positions will start August 2025.

Benefits Include:

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance; Sick and Personal Leave; 12 paid holidays; Summers and school breaks off; 403(b) with employer contribution; Tuition Assistance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and Opportunity for Advancement! We will help you earn your Childhood Development Associate (CDA) certification for free!

Pay starts at $17.87 per hour; 10-month positions or year-round positions are available; Monday through Friday with available schedules of 30-35 hours per week.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or High School Equivalent (GED) and a minimum of 1 year of experience in a preschool classroom, child care, daycare, or other early childhood education setting is required. A CDA credential is strongly recommended. An associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or associated field (at least 15 hours of ECE coursework) with a minimum of 1 year of experience is preferred. Bi- or Multi-lingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Help teachers plan and execute engaging, age-appropriate curriculum for preschool classrooms (children ages 3-5) or Early Head Start classrooms (infants and toddlers)
• Assist with child education plans, assessments, progress notes, and other required documentation.
• Help maintain a safe, healthy environment, ensuring adequate supervision in all indoor/outdoor activities and compliance with all safety and licensing standards.
• Support relationship building with parents/guardians to ensure every child’s growth, development, and well-being are supported both in and out of the classroom.

ABOUT ALBANY COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP

Be a part of an organization that values the growth of both its students and its staff. Albany Community Action Partnership (ACAP)is a community action agency serving individuals and families living in poverty for nearly 60 years. Our services are administered through three departments: Career and Community Services, Early Childhood Education, and Energy Services. Each year, ACAP fosters opportunities for self-empowerment and enrichment in the lives of thousands of young children and families. Our mission is to partner with families and communities to expand opportunities and build stronger networks to foster upward economic mobility.

No phone calls, please.We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.