Certified Teacher Assistant

Piermont, NY

Posted: 11/20/2025 Employment Type: Full-time, Temp Job Category: Education Pay Rate: $17.50–$18/hr depending on experience

Job Description

Certified Teacher Assistant – Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

United Staffing Solutions (USS), a leader in education staffing, is representing an internationally recognized behavior-analytic preschool and early intervention program seeking multiple Certified Teacher Assistants (5–8 openings). These positions are full-time, temp-to-perm, and ideal for candidates who want to grow in a supportive, data-driven academic environment serving children ages 18 months to 5 years with and without disabilities.

Position Details:

  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–3:15pm
  • Pay Rate: $17.50–$18/hr depending on experience
  • Location: Piermont, NY
  • Certification: NYS Certified Teaching Assistant REQUIRED
  • Start: Immediate openings

Responsibilities of the Certified Teacher Assistant:

  • Training students in individualized programs
  • Collecting data on individual student programs
  • Graphing student performance data
  • Escorting students to and from the bus
  • Maintaining classroom cleanliness
  • Summarizing student data for team review
  • Conducting group activities
  • Applying behavior-analytic strategies to reinforce appropriate behaviors and address inappropriate behaviors
  • Participating in the staff training program and classroom meetings
  • Assisting in the ongoing assessment of student progress
  • Supporting the implementation of behavior-decrease programs
  • Assisting with classroom preparation
  • Performing other duties as assigned by leadership

Job Requirements

  • NYS Certified Teaching Assistant (required)
  • Experience working with young children, preferably special needs experience
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and data-collection skills
  • Reliability, professionalism, and a willingness to learn behavior-analytic principles

Why Join This Program?

  • Opportunity to work in a highly respected preschool and early intervention environment
  • Extensive staff training and professional development
  • Supportive team culture with opportunities for growth
  • Meaningful work helping young learners build foundational skills

Apply now for immediate consideration for this rewarding Certified Teacher Assistant role.

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