Teacher's Assistants - Preschool
Job description
$1,500 Sign-on Bonus! - Eligible for Full-time positions
$750 Sign-on Bonus! - Eligible for Part-time positions
Are you looking for fun, meaningful, and influential work? Are you a creative and energetic team-player who's motivated in making a positive difference in the lives of children and their families?
If so, start your career with us in our Early Childhood program!
The team at Woodfords Family Services is growing and currently hiring Teacher's Assistants to join our Early Childhood Preschool Program! These positions are full-time (37.5 hrs.), year-round, and fully-benefitted positions, located at our Developmental Preschool and Special Purpose Private School in Waterville, ME!
Who We Are
Woodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization that's been committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities for over 55 years! Today, the organization provides an array of clinical, behavioral health and educational programs to more than 2,000 children, youth and adults living with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses across the state of Maine.
Position Summary
As a Teacher's Assistant (Ed Techs I, II, or III) in our Early Childhood Program, you will work directly one-to-one with children ages 3-5 and diagnosed with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a therapeutic classroom setting.
With oversight and instruction from the Lead Teacher, you will apply the use of evidence-based, early intervention strategies to support students in developing the foundational skills to learn, communicate, and achieve goals with independence!
What are the qualifications to become an Ed Tech I, II or III?
- Ed Tech I - High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Ed Tech II - Minimum of 60 college credits
- Associates Degree in a related field preferred.
- Ed Tech III - Minimum of 90 college credits
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred.
- Preference given to individuals with a minimum of two (2) years of related experience working with children with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Additional Qualifications
- Valid driver's license with clean record
- Personal vehicle and current auto insurance
Schedule & Compensation
- Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 3:30pm, Year-Round!
- $15-18.00/per hour.
An organization that's committed to your professional growth!
In addition to being part of a supportive and inclusive work culture, Woodfords Family Services offers a comprehensive and complete benefits package to Full-time employees that includes:
- Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Generous Paid Sick and Vacation time
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Wellness Program
- Paid Development and Training Programs
- Opportunities for Advancement within Woodfords!
- AND MORE!
Come and join our mission in supporting the inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities!
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