Teacher Assistant

Aspire Of Western New York; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA

100% agency paid life insurance

Disability insurance

403b retirement plan

Continuing education reimbursement

15 paid holidays

Separate sick and personal time

Job summary

Aspire Of Western New York in Cheektowaga, NY is seeking full-time teacher assistants to join our Center for Learning. You will support children aged Pre-K to 21 with developmental disabilities through individual and small-group instructional activities, helping teachers create engaging learning experiences.

The role emphasizes a positive classroom environment, adaptability, and collaboration with staff. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, NYS ATAS certification, and at

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and passed NYS Teacher Certification Exam (ATAS).
• Minimum of Level 1 Teacher Assistant Certification.

Responsibilities

• Work with individual students or groups on special instructional projects.
• Assist the teacher with development of learning experiences and instructional materials and promote a positive learning environment.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

New York State Teacher Certification Exam (ATAS)

Level 1 Teacher Assistant Certification

Job description

Work Where You Can Make an IMPACT

At Aspire, we are driven by the core belief that children and adults with developmental disabilities have the right to realize their full potential and live as independently as possible. Aspire compassionately and relentlessly works toward facilitating this end.

Work in an EXCITING and MEANINGFUL field teaching children with developmental disabilities ages Pre‑K to 21 years old at our Center for Learning in Cheektowaga, NY.

We are currently seeking full time teacher assistants to join our team.

Responsibilities include working with individual students or groups of students on special instructional projects, assist the teacher with development of appropriate learning experiences and instructional materials and promotes a positive learning environment.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent and has passed the New York State Teacher Certification Exam (ATAS)
• Minimum of Level 1 Teacher Assistant Certification

Hourly rate of pay: $19.10 – $19.33/hr

Benefits for our full time positions include:

• Medical insurance thru Independent Health
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• FSA
• 100% agency paid life insurance
• Both long term and short term disability insurances
• 403b retirement plan with Agency match
• Continuing education reimbursement
• 15 paid holidays
• Separate sick and personal time

EOE