Job Description

Job Location Hawthorne - Hawthorne, NY 10532 Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level High school degree, some college a plus Salary Range $17.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Los Niños Services is an award-winning provider of services to young children with special needs. For 26 years, we have made a difference in children's lives while facilitating the professional development and growth of our team members.

Compensation and Benefits

• $17 - $20 / hour

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Matching 401K Retirement Program

• Paid Time Off (Holiday, Sick, Vacation)

Responsibilities

• Provide great learning experiences for toddlers with autism or severe delays to help them acquire important new skills.

• Assist Classroom Teacher with all activities including in-class learning, routines, circle time, snack time, in sensory gym, through outdoor play, with bussing and toileting.

• Provide excellence in early childhood education by increasing knowledge and applying knowledge of effective learning strategies.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High School Degree

• Must be able to lift 32 pounds (average weight of a 3-year-old)

Pluses (not required)

• Valid Driver's License and access to a car

• Some college or college degree

• Early childhood education experience or childcare experience

• Bilingual Spanish

Why this Job is Great

• Make a difference in the lives of young children and change their lives forever.

• Learn and grow professionally with a great team of dedicated and passionate early childhood professionals with significant growth opportunities.

• Teacher's Assistant in ABA classrooms will receive additional training and develop expertise in ABA methods.

What's Important in Teamwork to Make the Dream Work

• Lives LNS Mission - to be of great service to others

• Lives Core Values - Quality, Teamwork, Respect, Continual Self-Improvement

• Positive, Productive, Contributing Team Member with great Communication Skills