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Smithtown Nursery School

Preschool Teacher Assistant

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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

Teacher Assistant - Part Time Smithtown Cooperative Nursery School - St. James, NY We are looking for a warm, dependable, and energetic Teacher Assistant to join our preschool team.
Schedule:
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:45 AM-2:45
PMPay:
$17/hour
Additional Hours:
Opportunities for additional hours may become available as the school year progresses.
School Calendar:
We follow the Smithtown school calendar for school closures. Responsibilities Assist the lead teacher with daily classroom activities and routines Help supervise children during play, learning activities, snack, and transitions Support classroom setup, cleanup, and organization Encourage positive social interactions and age-appropriate independence Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and nurturing classroom environment Qualifications Enjoys working with young children Reliable, patient, and able to work well as part of a team Preschool or childcare experience preferred Must be comfortable assisting with the active, hands-on needs of a preschool classroom This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a consistent part-time schedule in a friendly, community-focused preschool environment.
Pay:
$17.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount Paid time off
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Discounts/Reimbursements