Job detail
Teacher Assistant
Astor Services
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/24/2026
Location
City of Poughkeepsie, New York
Salary
$17 - $18 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The teacher assistant will support the delivery of educational services to 3 and 4-Year-Old children in a head start preschool program, which includes assisting with instruction, supervising children, conducting ongoing assessments, and potentially participating in home visits.
Requirements summary
The minimum requirement is a high school diploma or ged, and experience working with the served population is preferred. Candidates must be able to create a safe, organized learning environment and effectively manage a classroom.
high schoolTeamworkChild SupervisionClassroom ManagementSafety PracticesPhysical DevelopmentEmotional DevelopmentLanguage DevelopmentOngoing AssessmentsPlay-Based LearningCognitive DevelopmentHealth PracticesInstruction SupportSelf-Help Skill Development
Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Sick Time
- Ongoing Professional Development
- Personal Days
- Dental Plan
- Medical Plan
- Full Benefit Package
- Fully Paid Individual Long-Term Disability