Universal Prekindergarten Teaching Assistant — Cohoes

Job overview

The Universal Prekindergarten Teaching Assistant role is onsite at locations that vary within the Cohoes City School District; the listing is based in Albany, NY. Compensation starts at $16 per hour, and the schedule is Monday–Friday, 37.5 hours per week, for a 10-month position. The role supports the Universal Prekindergarten department in collaboration with the school district. Working with the Lead Teacher, the assistant helps plan and deliver age-appropriate instruction and classroom activities for children ages 3–4, supports classroom management and student development, and helps maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment.

What you'll do

• Assist with weekly lesson plans and classroom materials
• develop and implement hands-on activities
• use the Learning Without Tears curriculum and 2nd-Step program
• support instruction, small groups, and individual students
• complete progress and attendance documentation
• assist with classroom management
• monitor student safety and development
• support IEPs or behavior plans as directed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

universal prekindergarten

teaching assistant

early childhood education

classroom support

cohoes city school district

albany ny

boys & girls clubs of the capital area

$16+/hr

monday–friday

37.5 hours/week

10-month position

paid school breaks

401(k) match

health and dental insurance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid school holidays and breaks
• sick leave
• 401(k) with match
• health and dental insurance
• life insurance
• long-term disability
• New York Paid Family Leave
• retirement benefits
• employee assistance program
• third-party discounts.

Why this role

An associate degree in early childhood education is preferred; the posting requires 1–2 years of early-childhood experience, teaching assistant certification or current enrollment in a certification program, and Mandated Reporter Certification.

About the employer

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.