Job detail
Teaching assistant – children’s day program
Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/3/2026
Location
Town of Huntington, New York
Salary
$18 - $22 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The teaching assistant will assist teachers in implementing individualized education programs (Ieps) and collecting student performance data within a classroom setting. They are also responsible for ensuring student safety, supervising classroom activities, and maintaining a supportive learning environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must obtain a nys level i teaching assistant certification within one year and possess a high school diploma. Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities is preferred, along with strong communication skills and the ability to meet physical requirements.
high schoolprofessional certificateEmpathyPatienceWritten communicationOral communicationTeam collaborationInterpersonal communicationSafety complianceData collectionStudent supervisionClassroom managementApplied behavior analysisBehavioral interventionInstructional supportIEP implementation
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- 403(b) retirement plan