Teacher Assistant - Special Education ages 3-5

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

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children with disabilities. As a Teacher Assistant, you will provide essential support in a specialized preschool environment, helping to create an engaging and safe learning atmosphere. This role offers the chance to work closely with children, assisting with their educational and developmental needs. You will collaborate with certified teachers, implement individualized plans, and participate in a rewarding mission that fosters inclusivity and empowerment. If you are energetic, passionate, and ready to make a lasting impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom Teacher with lessons and activities.
• Provide personal care and supervise children in educational activities.
• Help implement Individualized Educational Plans (IEP).

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Behavioral Support

Instructional Support

Education

High School Diploma/GED

College Credits in Education

CDA Certification

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 and their communities.

Job Description

Easterseals of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s Approved Private seeks energetic and passionate Teacher Assistants to serve young children with disabilities within our specialized preschool program in West Allegheny. The Teacher Assistant will provide supervision, instructional and behavioral support to the students.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Assisting the PDE certified classroom Teacher with all lessons and activities.
2. Providing personal care.
3. Taking data.
4. Organizing and supervising children in various educational and therapeutic activities throughout the day.
5. Assisting the classroom Teacher with working on Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) and implementing strategies.
6. 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 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

1. High School Diploma/GED required.
2. College credits in education or related field a plus.
3. CDA or willingness to obtain CDA a plus.
4. Prior experience working with preschool-aged children on the autism spectrum along with children with various other developmental delays.

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: Careers at Easterseals.

Easterseals is an equal opportunity provider and an equal opportunity employer.