Teacher Assistant- Part Time

• Description If you're passionate about working with children and making a difference in their lives, we want to hear from you!
• The Astor Learning Center (ALC) is hiring Teacher Assistants to join our supportive and collaborative team.
• We're searching for passionate, energetic individuals to join our team as Teacher Assistants (Level 1, 2, or 3) Think of it as your chance to make a real impact, shaping young minds and making a tangible difference every single day.
• The ALC is a therapeutic special education school for children facing educational, emotional, and behavioral challenges serving children in small class sizes with a maximum number of 80 children.
• Why You Will Love This Job: Make a Real Difference: You'll be the backbone of our classrooms, helping students thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.
• Prepare for heartwarming moments and genuine connections.
• Dynamic Environment: No two days are the same!
• You'll be involved in everything from creative lesson support to fostering a safe and engaging learning space.
• Grow Your Skills: We're committed to your professional development!
• We'll support you in obtaining your NYS TA Certification, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), CPR, and First Aid certifications.
• Become a Part of the Team: You'll collaborate with dedicated teachers, support staff and behavioral health specialists, creating a supportive and inspiring team environment.
• What You Will Do: Create a welcoming classroom where children are eager to return to learn each day.
• Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons that spark curiosity and ignite learning.
• Master the art of classroom management, ensuring every student feels safe, supported, and ready to learn.
• Document student progress and communicate with parents (because teamwork extends beyond the classroom!).
• Work with outside providers to enhance the student’s learning experience.
• Ready to embrace the extraordinary and make a real difference in the lives of children every day?
• Apply now and join us as we create a future where every student shines!
• Want to know why our team loves working at Astor?
• Check out our website for our employee testimonials and discover their stories!

Requirements

· High School diploma. · To obtain your NYS TA Certification within 6 months of hire. · Experience working with children. · Be ready to be a team player with a can-do attitude. · Ability to embrace challenges and celebrate successes.