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Alternatives for Children

Preschool Teacher Assistant (Certified) - Benefits eligible | Southampton, NY

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $25.14–$29.01/hr

Posted: 2 days ago

Location: Riverhead, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 7 hours ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/5/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$37,041 / year median in New York

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Preschool Teacher Assistant, Certified - Benefits eligible Southampton, NY 8:30AM - 3:00PM | 60 hours bi-weekly

Salary:

$25.14-$29.01/hr Work on school calendar! Paid school breaks & Holidays | Benefits eligible Since 1988, Alternatives for Children, a not-for-profit private school, has transformed lives across Long Island with vibrant, inclusive education. As a NYS-approved Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education provider, we offer dynamic integrated and self-contained preschool classes. Our nurturing haven sparks each child's potential, fueled by unwavering dedication to their unique needs and soaring standards. We currently have opportunities for part-time Certified Teacher Assistants to work with our special needs preschool students.

We require:

HS Diploma/GED NYS Teacher Assistant Certification Ability to be comfortable with toileting and diapering.

We prefer:

Experience working in a classroom environment with special needs children. Bilingual English/Spanish Don't miss this great opportunity to love what you do! School Calendar with paid school breaks and holidays. Benefits eligible. Certified Teacher Assistants, for immediate consideration, please apply! An

EOE M/F/D/V.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.14 - $29.01 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person