Teacher Aide

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.

Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you're passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position: Preschool Special Education Teacher Aide (Full Time & Part Time)

The Teacher Aide assists classroom teacher in working with students in the areas of activities of daily living, transitioning from activities (including arrival and dismissal), organizing classroom and materials for instruction, and other non-instructional activities within the classroom.

Bronx Early Learning Center is a vibrant and nurturing special education preschool. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/belc

Location: 1887 Bathgate Avenue, Bronx NY 10457

Employees receive an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, paid personal leave, and much more. Staff at the BELC also enjoy a convenient weekday schedule (Monday to Friday) that follows a school calendar.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Teacher Aide Principal Responsibilities:

1. Escort students to and from the school buses at arrival and dismissal time. Escort students throughout the building outside of the classroom.
2. Assist students during activities of daily living activities (e.g., hand washing, toileting).
3. Assist teachers and teacher assistants organize classroom for instruction.
4. Assist teachers in clerical activities not related to confidential files or materials.
5. Assist in cleaning procedures in classroom to maintain health and safety of students.
6. Follow policies and procedures of Early Learning Centers.
7. Perform other related duties as requested.

To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/our-staff-and-culture/

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!