Teacher Assistant- Part Time

Astor Services Inc.; Town of Rhinebeck (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support for professional development

Certification opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Astor Services Inc. in Town of Rhinebeck is hiring Teacher Assistants to support a therapeutic learning environment for children facing educational and emotional challenges. As a Teacher Assistant, you will make a meaningful impact on students' lives by creating welcoming classrooms and supporting teachers with engaging lessons.

The ideal candidate should possess a High School diploma and be willing to achieve their NYS TA Certification. Join our collaborative team and help shape young minds in a dynamic and nurturing atmosphere.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• Must obtain NYS TA Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Experience working with children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming classroom environment.
• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Ensure students feel safe and ready to learn.
• Document student progress and communicate with parents.
• Work with outside providers to enhance learning.

Skills

Experience working with children

Team player attitude

Ability to embrace challenges

Education

High School diploma

NYS TA Certification

Job description

If you're passionate about working with children and making a difference in their lives, we want to hear from you! The Astor Learning Center (ALC) is hiring Teacher Assistants to join our supportive and collaborative team. We're searching for passionate, energetic individuals to join our team as Teacher Assistants (Level 1, 2, or 3) Think of it as your chance to make a real impact, shaping young minds and making a tangible difference every single day.

The ALC is a therapeutic special education school for children facing educational, emotional, and behavioral challenges serving children in small class sizes with a maximum number of 80 children.

Why You Will Love This Job:

• Make a Real Difference: You'll be the backbone of our classrooms, helping students thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Prepare for heartwarming moments and genuine connections.
• Dynamic Environment: No two days are the same! You'll be involved in everything from creative lesson support to fostering a safe and engaging learning space.
• Grow Your Skills: We're committed to your professional development! We'll support you in obtaining your NYS TA Certification, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), CPR, and First Aid certifications.
• Become a Part of the Team: You'll collaborate with dedicated teachers, support staff and behavioral health specialists, creating a supportive and inspiring team environment.

What You Will Do:

• Create a welcoming classroom where children are eager to return to learn each day.
• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons that spark curiosity and ignite learning.
• Master the art of classroom management, ensuring every student feels safe, supported, and ready to learn.
• Document student progress and communicate with parents (because teamwork extends beyond the classroom!).
• Work with outside providers to enhance the student's learning experience.

Requirements:

• High School diploma.
• 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.