Teaching Assistant

Where people get better at life! Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future. The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support. For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities.

Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere. We are searching for Teaching Assistants to join our agency.

Responsibilities

Assist the teacher with activities designed to address student’s needs as outlined on their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Duties may include preparing classroom materials, direct instruction of students, and custodial care of students.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required; college credits preferred. Will be required to obtain their NYS Teaching Assistant Certification Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.

Compensation

$20.00 - $23.60 Benefits: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Reimbursement Early Access to Pay with RAIN Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)