Therapeutic School Aide (12‑Month)

Andrus; City of Yonkers (NY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Andrus in Yonkers, NY is seeking a Teacher Aide to maintain a safe, therapeutic living environment for children at The Orchard School. The role provides close supervision, counseling, and support during the school day, ensuring basic needs are met and a clean, structured setting.

This 12-month position follows the Orchard School calendar with a mandated six-week summer program; hours are 8:00 AM–3:45 PM on Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri and 8:00 AM–5:00 PM on Wed.

Qualifications

• Willingness to train the right candidate.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to access and use the ADP app on a smartphone or other device.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher in planning and preparing for daily instructions.
• Supports the teacher in delivering classroom instruction.
• Supervises children to ensure safety.
• Complies with agency standards regarding crisis intervention and restraint.
• Completes paperwork clearly and on time.

Skills

Willing to train the right candidate

Oral and written communication

ADP app access

Job description

Andrus in Yonkers, NY is seeking a Teacher Aide to maintain a safe, therapeutic living environment for children at The Orchard School. The role provides close supervision, counseling, and support during the school day, ensuring basic needs are met and a clean, structured setting.

This 12-month position follows the Orchard School calendar with a mandated six-week summer program; hours are 8:00 AM–3:45 PM on Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri and 8:00 AM–5:00 PM on Wed.