Who We Are:

For over 60 years, Abilities First, Inc. has been empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to live their most vibrant, independent lives. From early education to adulthood, our wide range of services, including preschool and school programs, day and residential habilitation, community connections, and employment services, are designed to uplift every individual's unique strengths and dreams. We believe in the power of people of every background, identity, and ability to create change and build a more inclusive world. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. At Abilities First, you'll join a mission-driven team that values collaboration, celebrates individuality, and is dedicated to meaningful work. If you're ready to turn your passion into purpose, we'd love to welcome you aboard. We are hosting a walk-in interview event: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 from 9:30 am

• 1:00 pm for our School program at our Middletown Education Center location in Middletown, NY The interviews will be held at:

Abilities First Middletown Education Center:

379 Mount Hope Road Middletown, NY 10940 We are hiring immediately for our education program for the following positions: Teacher Aides

• 1:1 Teacher Aides/ Part Time
• On Call /Temporary Full Time
• Entry level, a great way to get started!

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Salary Range:

$16.88

• 18.88) Positions are Monday
• Friday, 8:30am
• 3:30pm; 32.5 hours per week, 48 weeks per year. This position follows the school calendar (September
• June), with a 6-week summer program.

Full-time positions are eligible for benefits which includes vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with employer match, employer paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and more! Substitute and Part-Time opportunities are great for those who are seeking greater flexibility, and our temporary roles are great if you are exploring a new career or want to gain experience in our schools to see if this is right for you!

Teaching Assistants :

NYS TA Certification Required Teacher Aides:

High School Diploma or Equivalent. Entry level, a great way to get started! Have the ability to push and pull students in wheelchairs, lift, bend, squat, turn in the knees, pivot and grasp with both hands (in order to properly and safely perform the techniques taught in CPR/First Aid, behavior intervention techniques, and lifting and carrying techniques), with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Pay:

$16.88

• $18.

88 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching 403(b) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person