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Brooklyn Blue Feather Special Education Teacher Assistant, School Age

Brooklyn, NYOnsiteFull Time$40,548–$42,024 /yrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • AA or 60 credits
  • BA or MA

Nice to have

  • Special Education
  • Elementary School
  • NYS Common Core Standards
  • IEP

Role summary

AHRC New York City is seeking a full-time Special Education School Age Teacher Assistant for their Brooklyn Blue Feather Elementary program. The role involves assisting the teacher in daily classroom activities, implementing lesson plans aligned with NYS standards, and utilizing appropriate teaching techniques. The position requires a NYS Teaching Assistant Certification (Levels I-III) and an Associate's or Bachelor's degree. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, retirement plan, and tuition assistance. The program operates Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-3:30 PM, with a 10-month academic year and a 30-day summer session.

Currently seeking Special Education School Age Teacher Assistant at Brooklyn Blue Feather Elementary.

Address: 2335 Gerritsen Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11229

Benefits of working for AHRC NYC:

  • Paid time off
  • Health, Dental and Vision insurance
  • 403b Retirement Plan with employer match
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental Leave
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Health Savings Account
  • Referral Program
  • Professional Development
  • & more

Role Description:

  • Full Time | Monday-Friday
  • Hours: 8:30 A.M-3:30 P.M
  • 10 month program with 30 day summer session
  • Responsibilities include: Assist the teacher in daily activities in an elementary Special Education classroom.
  • Participate in the implementation of daily schedule/lesson plan for each student with activities aligned to NYS Prekindergarten Foundation for the Common Core Standards or NYS Common Core Standards, informed by authentic assessment data, which advance school readiness goals and reflect the objectives contained in IEP.
  • Demonstrate appropriate teaching techniques, including prompting, pacing and utilization of reinforcement strategies, understanding potential behavioral problems that may arise.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,548.00 - $42,024.00 per year

Position Requirements: 

NYS Teaching Assistant Certification Levels I-III 

Education: AA or 60 credits | BA or MA

Salaries commensurate upon education attainments.

Providing supervisory and monetary support towards your RBT Certification.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

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