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Job overview
Fedcap is hiring a Teacher Assistant. The Teacher Assistant will work under the supervision of a classroom teacher in a preschool program, assisting with the physical and emotional needs of students. Responsibilities include supervising the class, aiding in student transfers, performing health checks, and collaborating on developmentally appropriate activities. The role also involves preparing the classroom, maintaining cleanliness, and participating in group activities and staff development.
Key focus areas include Aid the transfer of children to and from buses each day, Perform checks of children as they arrive at school, and Work as a team member with the teacher and other teacher assistants.
Successful candidates bring High School Education or GED and Level I NYS Teacher Assistant Certification. Preferred (not required): PBIS and Social/Emotional Learning Strategies.
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Full job description
We are hiring in Bronx, NY! Join us at Easterseals NY- Bronx Child Development Center for an exciting career as a Teacher Assistant
10 month position with the option to work summer (extended school year)
What You'll Do
As a Teacher Assistant for our preschool program you will work under the supervision of the classroom teacher and assist in caring for the physical and emotional needs of students. You will supervise class when the teacher is involved in other activities and attend staffing and departmental in-service as assigned.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
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Aid the transfer of children to and from buses each day assuring all students are where they need to be at all times
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Perform checks of children as they arrive at school to assure physical health and document any issues
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Work as a team member with the teacher and other teacher assistants designing developmentally appropriate activities for children to aid holistic development
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Prepare the classroom each day for activities planned
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Maintain a clean environment at all times after activities
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Participate in group activities for students
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Work with individual students on activities specified in their IEP
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Aid children as necessary during meal and snack times
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Assure children transfer safely withing the building and to the playground and back- maintaining face recognition procedures at all times
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Utilize PBIS and social/emotional learning strategies with all children
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Help children regulate their behavior when necessary
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Participate in meeting and staff development provided
You're a great fit for this role if you have:
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High School education or GED, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
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Two (2) years practical experience working with children is preferred.
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Level I NYS Teacher Assistant Certification.
Compensation & Benefits
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Compensation
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$17.00-$22.00 per hour (depending on experience)
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Benefits
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Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
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Paid time off (Vacation, Sick)
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Retirement plan 403(b)
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Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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Commuter Benefits
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Life/Accident insurance
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Long-term Disability Insurance
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Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Who We Are
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. Throughout all life's moments -- from the extraordinary to the ordinary and everything in between -- Easterseals is here to help people and families realize and reach for their full potential.
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.
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