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Fedcap Teacher Assistant in Bronx, New York

We are hiring in Bronx, NY! Join us at Easterseals NY- Bronx Child Development Center for an exciting career as a Teacher Assistant

Salary Range: $17-22/hr (depending on credentials and experience)

Position Summary:

Easterseals NY- Bronx Child Development Center is seeking a Teacher Assistant for our preschool program serving students with special needs.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Work under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

  • Assist in caring for the physical and emotional needs of students.

  • Supervise class when the teacher is involved in other activities.

  • Attend staffing and departmental in-service as assigned.

  • Order supplies for the classroom under teacher's supervision.

  • Provide services to individuals with varied behavior issues which may include physical aggression, verbal assault, inappropriate sexual comments, gesture, and acts.

  • Perform residential responsibilities as required for days when there is no school.

  • Supervise teaching assistants in the educational and residential settings.

  • Maintain strong knowledge of individual student educational plans.

  • Design classroom programs under the direct guidance of the classroom teacher and Coordinator of Education.

  • Develop behavioral plans and incentive programs for students.

  • Ensure the daily completion of the time-out log.

  • Provide lesson plans in written form for the classroom.

  • Help organize and supervise extracurricular activities.

  • Develop and implement recreational activities in the community.

  • Develop and supervise work sites for students in the community.

Experience and Education:

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

  • Two (2) years practical experience working with children is preferred.

  • Level I NYS Teacher Assistant Certification.

  • Fully Vaccinated

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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