Teacher Assistant - Special Education ages 3-5

Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established nonprofit organization dedicated to providing exceptional services to children with disabilities. As a Teacher Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting preschool-aged children with complex needs, ensuring they receive the care and instructional support necessary for their growth and development. This rewarding position allows you to work closely with a passionate team, helping to implement educational and therapeutic strategies while fostering a fun and engaging environment. If you are energetic, compassionate, and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required, college credits in education preferred.
• Experience with preschool-aged children or disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with lessons, provide personal care and support.
• Monitor children's progress and supervise during activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

High energy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

College credits in education or related field

CDA or willingness to obtain CDA

Job description

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 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. Be part of our mission 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 energetic and passionate Teacher Assistants to serve young children with complex needs. The Teacher Assistant will provide supervision, care, and instructional support for Approved Private School serving preschool-aged children.

Essential responsibilities include assisting the classroom teacher with all lessons and activities, providing personal care, monitoring goal progress, supervising children in the classroom and on the playground, and general support of children throughout the day. Teaching assistants support the classroom Teacher by assisting with implementation of IEP's, educational goals, implementing educational and therapeutic strategies as well as assisting with the classroom daily routine. The program follows a typical school year calendar plus a five-week summer program. Substitutes would work on an as-needed and available basis.

Strong communication skills, high energy, and a desire to have fun with children in a team setting are a must! This position provides 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/GED required.
• College credits in education or related field preferred.
• CDA or willingness to obtain CDA preferred.
• Prior experience working with preschool-aged children, children with disabilities, or experience supporting children with complex medical needs preferred.

Additional Information

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