Assistant Teacher

The assistant teacher supports the classroom teacher in the children's learning center preschool programs, working with groups of children and providing one-On-One assistance as mandated by the child’s individualized education program (Iep). Responsibilities include providing instruction, maintaining a safe environment, reinforcing therapy techniques, assisting with self-Care, and collecting student data.

A high school diploma or equivalency is required, though an associate’s degree in early childhood education along with 2 years of experience in a special education preschool setting is also listed as a qualification. New york state certification as a level i assistant teacher is required, and experience in a preschool setting or with children with vision impairments is preferred.