Teacher Assistant
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Salary$17 – $21/hr
LocationValhalla, NY, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size1,001–5,000 people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live19h ago
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High School education or GED
Work under supervision of classroom teacher
Assist in caring for physical needs of children
Assist individuals with toileting and personal care needs when necessary
Assist with behavior management of children under the supervision of the classroom teacher as outlined by Program and Agency policies
Interact with children at all times in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate way, while encouraging self-help
Assist in child observation, records keeping, and assessment
Follow all OCFS regulations
Follow schoolwide PBIS initiative
Collaborate with classroom staff, parents, education consultant, and administration
Attend staffing, departmental in-service meetings as assigned
Assist in keeping classroom and program supplies ready and well maintained
Maintain professional ethics in the building and out, regarding the discussion of pupils, and their conditions
Bachelor's degree
Two (2) years practical experience working with children
We are an EEO employer committed to diversity, M/F/D/V
We are hiring in Valhalla NY! Join us at Easterseals Valhalla for an exciting career as a Teacher Assistant.
*10 month position with the option to work summer (extended school year)*
What You’ll Do
As a Teacher Assistant you will work in our integrated and self contained preschool classrooms and collaborate with the Special Education Teacher to create a safe, warm and caring educational environment for our students. You will follow all OCFS regulations, follow schoolwide PBIS initiative, and collaborate with classroom staff, parents, education consultant, and administration.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
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Work under supervision of classroom teacher.
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Assist in caring for physical needs of children
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Attend staffing, departmental in-service meetings as assigned.
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Assist in keeping classroom and program supplies ready and well maintained.
•
Maintain professional ethics in the building and out, regarding the discussion of pupils, and their conditions.
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Assist individuals with toileting and personal care needs when necessary.
•
Assist with behavior management of children under the supervision of the classroom teacher as outlined by Program and Agency policies.
•
Interact with children at all times in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate way, while encouraging self-help.
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Assist in child observation, records keeping, and assessment.
You’re a great fit for this role if you have:
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High School education or GED, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
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Two (2) years practical experience working with children is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
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Compensation
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$17.00-$21.00 per hour
Who We Are
Easterseals is a standard-bearer for creating equity and access for people with disabilities and other barriers to long term self-sufficiency. For 100 years, Easterseals has been an indispensable resource for people and families living with disabilities. Throughout all life’s moments – from the extraordinary to the ordinary and everything in between – Easterseals is here to help people and families realize and reach for their full potential.
Legal
The Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity, M/F/D/V.