NY CAA Employment Listings

Commission On Economic Opportunity

Job title:

Teacher Assistant

Brief Job Description:

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a daily difference in the lives of children and families? Join our dedicated team and help support an agency that changes lives and improves our community!

We are excited to be seeking a Teacher Assistant here in Lansingburgh NY. (Child Age Group 6 weeks old-5 years old)

CEO is a Community Action Agency driven by our dedication to innovation, respect, and teamwork. We care deeply about helping to improve the lives of people across Rensselaer County, while guaranteeing a work life balance and a collaborative culture for our team members.

Our Staff Enjoy:

12 plus paid holidays, a week off between Christmas and New Years, half days before holidays, and a shortened Friday workday all summer long.
A generous paid time off policy, starting with 5 front loaded vacation days, 8 front loaded sick days, tenure-based accrual, and the ability to roll over unused time annually.
Full-time 35-hour work week that includes paid professional development opportunities during work hours.
Mission driven work, and colleagues that also care about giving back to the community.
Competitive Hourly Rate Offered**

Our Teacher Assistants:

• Provide classroom coverage in infant, toddler, and preschool classroom

• Assist staff with classroom management, activities, and daily tasks, as needed

Candidate Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Previous experience working with young children
Currently possess or the commitment to obtain a CDA credential within the agreed upon time
Must be at least 18 years of age

Other Benefits Include:

Full Time-35 Hour Work Week Monday-Friday
Casual Dress Code
Free Telemedicine
Employee Assistance Program
Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts)
Cash payment of three thousand dollars for waiving health insurance (FT)
Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
Employee sponsored pension plan
CEO Qualifies Eligible Employees for the Federal School Loan Forgiveness Program
CEO is part of the Quality Stars program and scholarship opportunities are available for staff to advance their education and deepen their qualifications as early childhood professionals.

Please note: applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances, which include fingerprints, New York State Child Abuse clearances, a physical, TB Test, and a pre-employment drug screen.

Apply: https://www.ceoempowers.org/about/join-us/

Call: 518-272-6012, ext. 301

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How to Apply:

Apply: https://www.ceoempowers.org/about/join-us/

Call: 518-272-6012, ext. 301

Application Deadline:
08/31/2023