Teaching Assistant (TA)

Liberty Resources/Liberty POST; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Retirement packages

Sick time accrual

Tuition discount

Mentoring

CEU courses

Team of professionals

Direct deposit

Job summary

Liberty POST is seeking an Early Childhood Teaching Assistant (TA) to support birth-5 years old in Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education in Rochester. Roles include part-time or full-time positions, with competitive pay and biweekly direct deposit.

The team emphasizes a child-centered, family-inclusive approach and ongoing professional mentoring. Responsibilities cover evaluation support, progress documentation, and collaboration with therapists and families.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Licensure and/or Certifications.
• Early Childhood Education (B-2) Certification preferred.
• Students with disabilities (B-2) Certification preferred.
• Tier III Teachers Assistant Certification
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of MS Word and comfortable with working with computer systems

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, monitor and track child’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Record information on the initial evaluation, treatment, and progress in a timely manner using Electronic Medical Record system.
• Proficient at writing detailed analysis and reports.
• Effectively organize and maintain confidentially of child’s records and other documentations.
• Follow all state laws and regulations as it pertains to Early Intervention, CPSE/CSE special education.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

NYS Licensure/Certifications

B-2 Certification

B-2 for Students with Disabilities

Tier III Teaching Assistant Certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Liberty POST is currently seeking motivated and energetic Early Childhood Teaching Assistant (TA) for part-time and/or full-time employment to work with children who are birth-5 years old through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs. Immediate positions are available in Rochester.

Liberty POST has offered its clients a range of high-quality and individualized services since 1994. Backed by Liberty Resources Inc. and part of a large social services circle, originally POST was a speech-language practice in Syracuse NY and has grown to provide a range of services throughout New York State and Indiana. We employ over 500 professionals in a variety of settings and offer a collaborative team approach to provide evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play. We are focused on the importance of a child’s natural learning environment, a family’s unique strengths and needs and the diverse population we serve.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, monitor and track child’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Record information on the initial evaluation, treatment, and progress in a timely manner using Electronic Medical Record system.
• Proficient at writing detailed analysis and reports.
• Effectively organize and maintain confidentially of child’s records and other documentations.
• Follow all state laws and regulations as it pertains to Early Intervention, CPSE/CSE special education.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience:

• Current New York State Licensure and/or Certifications.
• Early Childhood Education (B-2) Certification preferred.
• Students with disabilities (B-2) Certification preferred.
• Tier III Teachers Assistant Certification
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of MS Word and comfortable with working with computer systems
• Valid Driver’s License
• Early Childhood Experience
• Great interpersonal and communication skills

Job Type:

Part-time, Full-time

Pay Rate:

$18 - $21 per hour

Benefits for this position:

• Health Benefits and Retirement packages available for FT positions
• Accrual of sick time based on NYS Sick time Laws
• Tuition discount available for employee's child(ren) to attend program
• Mentoring is offered to all providers
• Access to unlimited CEU courses offered that are accredited through ASHA, AOTA, APTA and CTLE
• Work with a team of professionals that care about making a difference
• Payment is biweekly with direct deposit

Liberty POST is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.