Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)
Location (2)
Town of Brookhaven, New York
Salary
$17 - $20 / HOUR
Locations
The Teaching Assistant will work closely with Special Education Teachers to support children with developmental disabilities in achieving age-appropriate educational goals, which includes setting up materials, assisting with daily living activities, and implementing behavior treatment plans. Responsibilities also involve supervising children, following the lead of the classroom teacher, and ensuring classroom safety.
Candidates must be able to perform physical tasks such as moving/transporting a child up to 30 pounds to a changing table, moving quickly up to 200 feet to prevent elopement, and maneuvering the classroom environment for instruction. Essential abilities include following directions, detecting alarms, and ascending/descending stairs.
TEACHING ASSISTANT - EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES [Ronkonkoma | Medford |Huntington] Hourly, $17.00-$20.40/hr
Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?
Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.
Positions available in Medford, Ronkonkoma and Huntington
When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family! Click here [https://youtu.be/PWZGTIkeLeg] to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Living & Learning Family.
Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.
Market context
Teaching assistant roles in New York are often tied to steady school and childcare staffing needs, especially where programs need support for classroom routines, supervision, and active play. These roles can be competitive because employers look for candidates who meet state or accreditation requirements and can handle both indoor and outdoor activity demands. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your education, experience, and physical readiness before applying.
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