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About the Role

Easterseals NY is seeking a Teacher Assistant to work in integrated and self-contained preschool classrooms, collaborating with a Special Education Teacher to foster a safe and nurturing educational environment for students.

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assist in caring for the physical needs of children.
• Attend staffing and departmental in-service meetings as assigned.
• Assist in keeping classroom and program supplies ready and well-maintained.
• Maintain professional ethics regarding the discussion of pupils and their conditions.
• Assist individuals with toileting and personal care needs when necessary.
• Assist with behavior management of children under the supervision of the classroom teacher as outlined by Program and Agency policies.
• Interact with children in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate way, encouraging self-help.
• Assist in child observation, record keeping, and assessment.

Requirements

• High School education or GED.
• Two (2) years of practical experience working with children is preferred.
• Level I NYS Teacher Assistant Certification.

Location

• Port Jervis, NY

Work Type

• 10-month position
• Full-time

Experience Level

• 2 years of experience preferred

Education Level

• High School education or GED
• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $17.00-$19.00 per hour

Benefits

• Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan 403(b)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Commuter Benefits
• Life/Accident insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Option to work in the summer for increased compensation

About the Company

• Easterseals is a standard-bearer for creating equity and access for people with disabilities and other barriers to long term self-sufficiency.
• For 100 years, Easterseals has been an indispensable resource for people and families living with disabilities.
• Easterseals is here to help people and families realize and reach for their full potential.

Equal Opportunity

• The Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
• We are an EEO employer committed to diversity, M/F/D/V.