Teacher Assistant Cairo Job Type Full-time Description Description Astor Services is hiring Preschool Teacher Assistants today! Enjoy working Monday through Friday from 8-3pm with summers off. Head Start is a federally funded preschool program delivering services to 3 and 4-year old children and their families in core areas of early learning, health, and family well-being. The teacher assistant will assist in the delivery of educational services to children in a classroom setting. This includes; support for instruction throughout the day, supervision of children, ongoing assessments, and may include participation in home visits. Come join our team! Job Responsibilities: · Creates a well-organized learning environment for children that conveys a welcoming, trusting, and safe environment. · Understands and incorporates the principles of play-based learning. · Demonstrates effective classroom management, including responsibility for supervision of all children. · Incorporates a variety or experiences in the classroom to individualize and foster the children’s emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and self-help skill development. · Able to work as a team member. · Provides coverage, as assigned, to ensure the smooth operation of the program. · Must follow safety and health practices in the daily operation of duties to maintain a safe learning environment. What we provide: · Offers four personal days. · Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff. · Enjoy time off per the School Calendar. · Sick time is provided. · Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance. · Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution. · Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need. · Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment. · Room for growth and advancement within the organization. · Child Development Associate credential training provided at no cost to the staff Requirements What You Will Need:· + A High School Diploma or GED (and a desire to learn more!)· + 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. Salary Description $28,901.00-$28,901.00/annual