Teacher Assistant - Preschool Early Intervention

Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania; Media (Delaware County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking nonprofit organization dedicated to providing exceptional services for children with disabilities. As a Teacher Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting young learners in a Preschool Developmental Delay classroom. Your responsibilities will include assisting with lessons, providing personal care, and helping implement Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). This position not only offers a chance to make a meaningful impact but also fosters a collaborative and fun environment where you can thrive alongside a passionate team. If you're energetic and love working with children, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience with young or special needs children preferred.
• Ability to assist with Individualized Educational Plans (IEP).

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to students in a preschool setting.
• Assist the Teacher with lessons and activities throughout the day.

Skills

Communication Skills

Behavioral Support

Teamwork

Instructional Support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree

CDA Credential

Job description

Teacher Assistant - Preschool Early Intervention

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Company Description

Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a leading nonprofit provider of disability services. We primarily serve children from birth to 8 years with a variety of disabilities including autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, spina bifida, and physical and developmental delays. Our services include an Approved Private School, special classrooms, summer programs, assistive technology, early intervention programs, and various outpatient speech, physical, and occupational therapy programs. Our team combines expertise and passion to provide exceptional services to meet the needs of every client we serve. Join our community of like-minded individuals to make a lasting impact and be part of a rewarding career that fosters diversity, compassion, and independence. Our mission is to provide exceptional services to ensure that all people with disabilities and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities.

Job Description

Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania seeks an energetic and passionate Teacher Assistant to serve young children with disabilities within a Preschool Developmental Delay classroom in Media, Delaware County, PA. The Teacher Assistant will provide supervision, instructional, and behavioral support to the students.

Essential responsibilities include assisting the certified classroom Teacher with all lessons and activities, providing personal care, taking data, organizing, and supervising children in various educational and therapeutic activities throughout the day. The successful candidate must have the ability to assist the classroom Teacher with working on Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) and implementing strategies, as well as assisting with the daily routine of implementing the preschool program in a safe environment. This position involves the school year plus a 6-week summer program.

Strong communication skills, high energy, and a desire to have fun with children in a team setting are a must! This position offers an excellent opportunity to be employed within a well-established program as part of our support team working with children with disabilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous work experience with young or special needs children preferred.
• Higher pay rates for an associate degree and higher or CDA credential.

Additional Information

• Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania is a 501(c)(3) organization eligible for public service loan forgiveness.
• Please review the background check requirements on our ‘Careers’ page: https://www.easterseals.com/sepa/who-we-are/careers-at-easter-seals/.
• Easterseals is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Civic and Social Organizations