Teacher Aide

We are thrilled to invite a dedicated and compassionate Teacher Aide to join our educational team! We're looking for a candidate who will support our teachers in creating a warm, nurturing, and enriching environment for young learners, especially in our preschool programs. In this role, you'll work closely with children, including those with special needs, providing individualized attention and engaging activities that promote their development. As a Teacher Aide, you'll play a vital role in supporting children in our Special Education Program by encouraging growth in social, emotional, physical, and cognitive areas.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position:

Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the direction of the Teacher, which includes lesson plans Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers, and preparing needed materials and supplies Supervise the classroom when the Teacher is out of the room Help with the general housekeeping tasks Assis the Teacher in other ways as requested Maintain a professional attitude and loyalty to the Center at all times Treat all children with dignity and respect Attend all staff meetings and recommend training programs and conferences Participate in professional organizations that work for the improvement of early childhood education Assist Lead Teacher to supervise and promote activities designed to enhance the healthy, emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of children enrolled at the Center Help to maintain a neat and organized classroom Help children establish good habits of personal hygiene, change diapers and assist with toilet training Supervise all activities to always ensure safety Report to Lead Teacher any problem that may occur with the children Observe, record, and report on the behavior of individual children as assigned Become familiar with and follow NAEYC's Code of Ethics Attend parent group and Center functions

Required:

High school diploma or

GED Preferred:

Associate's degree or experience in special education or childcare A love for working with children of all abilities Patience, empathy, and strong teamwork skills Willingness to support students physically (walking, bending, lifting, assisting mobility, and behavior support as needed) Benefits At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status.

You can expect:

Rewarding Work in a team environment. Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays. 403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution. Health, dental, vision and life insurance. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit). Employee Appreciation Programs and Events. Tuition Assistance Program. Professional Development opportunities. Wellhub Discount Verizon Wireless Discount. BJs Membership discount. Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process, please reach out to Leaves@heartshare.org.

About Heartshare Who WE ARE:

For over 150 years, Heartshare has been dedicated to championing and empowering New Yorkers society has too often overlooked and underestimated. To learn more about HeartShare, please visit our website at www.heartshare.org or Follow us on Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Facebook HeartShare Human Services of New York | Homepage HeartShare Human Services of New York nurtures and empowers children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.