EARLY CHILDHOOD AIDE INSTRUCTOR - BILINGUAL
developmental disabilities instituteMedford, NY
$17.45-$20.94/hour
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developmental disabilities instituteMedford, NY17 days ago
$17.45-$20.94/hour
Occupations
Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special EducationTeaching Assistants, All OtherTeaching Assistants, Special EducationIndustries
Child Care ServicesAll Other Miscellaneous Schools and InstructionElementary and Secondary SchoolsEARLY CHILDHOOD AIDE INSTRUCTOR - BILINGUAL
Job Category: Direct Care (200)
Requisition Number: EARLY005470
Posted: August 4, 2026
Part-Time
On-site
Hourly Range : $17.45 USD to $20.94 USD
Rate: $17.45 USD per hour
Locations
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Medford, NY 11763, USA
Description:
Make A Real Difference Everyday: Do you want to make a difference in a young child’s life? Join the Brightway Living & Learning, Early Childhood Services team where best practices are utilized to provide superior education and therapeutic services for children who present with developmental delays.
About Brightway Living & Learning: Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.
The Role:
As an Early Childhood Aide Instructor, also known as Teacher Assistant, you will work closely alongside Special Education Teachers as part of the interdisciplinary team, providing support to children with developmental disabilities on a variety of age-appropriate educational goals. You are offered on-going trainings and support provided by experts in the field of education. Our classrooms are enriched with “State of the Art" materials to meet the needs of our students with outdoor learning areas. School programs are 12-month calendar with 9 weeks of vacation. We offer the opportunity to work in a self-contained setting utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Salary Range: $17.45-$20.94/hour
What You Need For the Role:
High School Diploma required
Minimum 6 college credits
Must possess NYS Level I Teaching Assistant certification within first 6 months of hire
Thorough knowledge of English (grammar, spelling punctuation, etc) as well as fluency (both verbal and written) in the second language.
What You'll Do: Set up and maintain classroom materials and supplies
Assist with bussing at arrival and dismissal
Follow lead of classroom teacher
Implement outlined behavior treatment plans
Demonstrate knowledge of outlined curriculum and IFSP/IEP goals
Assist children in all daily living activities
Work collaboratively with classroom staff and team members
Provide verbal translation as needed for staff, families and other stakeholders.
Translate written documents as needed for families and staff.
Other duties as assigned
What You Must be Able To Do:
Must be able to modify the area to secure the safety of children
Ability to move/transport a child weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 3 feet to place child on changing table
Must be able to move quickly after a child up to 200 feet to prevent elopement
Must be able to position self or maneuver classroom to facilitate student instruction in classroom and playground environment
Must have ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarms
Must be able to ascend and descend stairs with railing
Why You'll Love This Job :
Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
Here’s How We Support You:
Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
And More: Paid time off for school breaks!
If You Are:
Empathic, compassionate, and patient
Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
A good communicator and team player
Passionate about making a difference
Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. At Brightway, we believe that with the right support, progress is always possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Level
MidL4
Salary
$17.45-$20.94/hour
Location
Medford, NY
Occupation
Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education
Industry
Child Care Services
Posted
17 days ago
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