Teacher Assistant

Astor Services is hiring Preschool Teacher Assistants to assist in the delivery of educational services to children in a classroom setting, working Monday through Friday from 8-3pm with summers off.

Requirements

• Creates a well-organized learning environment for children that conveys a welcoming, trusting, and safe environment.
• Understands and incorporates the principles of play-based learning.
• Demonstrates effective classroom management, including responsibility for supervision of all children.
• Incorporates a variety or experiences in the classroom to individualize and foster the children’s emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and self-help skill development.
• Able to work as a team member.
• Provides coverage, as assigned, to ensure the smooth operation of the program.
• Must follow safety and health practices in the daily operation of duties to maintain a safe learning environment.

Benefits

• Four personal days
• Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff
• Time off per the School Calendar
• Sick time is provided
• Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance
• Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution
• Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need
• Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment
• Room for growth and advancement within the organization
• Child Development Associate credential training provided at no cost to the staff