Employment Opportunities
at Alternatives For Children
Since 1988, Alternatives For Children has been a leader in providing educational programs and therapeutic pediatric services to infants and children with special needs and their typically developing peers from throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties.
As Alternatives For Children, with locations in Aquebogue, East Setauket, Dix Hills and Southampton continues to grow and expand our programs, we seek caring and compassionate individuals to join our dedicated team.
Full-Time and Part-Time positions are available.
We welcome you to explore our wide ranging employment opportunities. A fulfilling and rewarding career might be waiting for you!
Send Cover Letter and Resume to [email protected]
Call Sarah Griffin if you have questions or need more information
631-331-6400 x121 email [email protected]
Alternatives For Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
We invite contractual participation by Certified Minority or Women owned Business Enterprises (Certified M/WBEs)
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| Job Type: |
Full Time |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
Full time Monday to Friday 8:00 - 3:30 |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Responsibilities include but are not limited to assessment of children's health care needs, maintaining health care plans, administration and maintenance of emergency medication, monitoring health care records of children, and providing guidance for staff and parents in regard to child health concerns |
| Qualifications: |
Must have current NYS RN license and registration. Experience with pediatrics a must, school setting experience preferred. LPN will be considered if in RN process. |
| Salary Range |
RN $75,000 – $80,000 LPN in process of RN $60,000 Sign-on Bonus and Benefits Eligible day one |
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| Job Type: |
Full Time |
| Location: |
Aquebogue |
| Hours: |
Full time Monday to Friday 8:00 - 3:30 70 hours biweekly |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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We currently have an opportunity for an individual with Receptionist/Secretary office experience to assist in our Aquebogue location. Must have excellent word processing, MS Office (Word and Excel) skills. Manage a high volume of incoming phone calls; ability to clearly and effectively communicate on the phone as well as attention to detail. Have superior interpersonal/customer service skills. Ability to multitask and focus on the tasks at hand. Experience working in a school setting is preferred. |
| Qualifications: |
Minimum HS grad/GED. Receptionist/Office/Secretarial skills and field experience required. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Proficient with MS Office Suite; Excel, Word. |
| Salary Range |
Hourly Range $20.00 - $23.50 commensurate with experience. Benefit Eligible after 90 days. |
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| Job Type: |
Full Time |
| Location: |
East Setauket |
| Hours: |
Full time Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:00 |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Speech Language Pathologists play an integral role in continuing our commitment of quality by servicing children and implementing instructional plans based on evaluation findings of the child's outcomes as indicated on the child's IFSP or IEP. Assess and treat speech-language, voice, swallowing, and other related disorders of children with developmental delays and disabilities. Develop and implement individualized plans for assigned cases to meet individual child's needs, interests and abilities. Collaborate with parents and multidisciplinary team of rehabilitation professionals and special educators to develop and modify program activities that improve speech and language skills. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs |
| Qualifications: |
Must have TSSLD, NYS license/registration and experience with preschool population.. CFY may be considered with commensurate experience. Excellent Salary & Benefits! |
| Salary Range |
$66,284.40-$76,294.40 CFY $55,000.00 |
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| Job Type: |
Full Time |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
Full time Monday to Friday 8:00 - 3:30 |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Speech Language Pathologists play an integral role in continuing our commitment of quality by servicing children and implementing instructional plans based on evaluation findings of the child's outcomes as indicated on the child's IFSP or IEP. Assess and treat speech-language, voice, swallowing, and other related disorders of children with developmental delays and disabilities. Develop and implement individualized plans for assigned cases to meet individual child's needs, interests and abilities. Collaborate with parents and multidisciplinary team of rehabilitation professionals and special educators to develop and modify program activities that improve speech and language skills. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs |
| Qualifications: |
Must have TSSLD, NYS license/registration and experience with preschool population.. CFY may be considered with commensurate experience. Excellent Salary & Benefits! |
| Salary Range |
$66,284.40-$76,294.40 CFY $55,000.00 |
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| Job Type: |
Full Time |
| Location: |
East Setauket |
| Hours: |
Full time Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:00 70 hours biweekly |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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The Physical Therapist conducts evaluations and treatments for our preschool aged children. Contributes goals to the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) or Individual Educational Plan (IEP). Work on targeted objectives throughout the school year per the child's program requirements. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs. |
| Qualifications: |
Must have current NYS PT license and experience with preschool special needs population. Excellent Salary & Benefits! |
| Salary Range |
$77,568 - $87,578 |
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| Job Type: |
Full Time |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
Full time Monday to Friday 8:00 - 3:30 70 hours biweekly |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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The Physical Therapist conducts evaluations and treatments for our preschool aged children. Contributes goals to the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) or Individual Educational Plan (IEP). Work on targeted objectives throughout the school year per the child's program requirements. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs. |
| Qualifications: |
Must have current NYS PT license and experience with preschool special needs population. Excellent Salary & Benefits! |
| Salary Range |
$77,568 - $87,578 |
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| Job Type: |
Full Time |
| Location: |
Dix Hills |
| Hours: |
Full time Monday to Friday 8:00 - 3:30 70 hours biweekly |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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The Physical Therapist conducts evaluations and treatments for our preschool aged children. Contributes goals to the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) or Individual Educational Plan (IEP). Work on targeted objectives throughout the school year per the child's program requirements. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs. |
| Qualifications: |
Must have current NYS PT license and experience with preschool special needs population. Excellent Salary & Benefits! |
| Salary Range |
$77,568 - $87,578 |
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| Job Type: |
Full Time |
| Location: |
East Setauket 3 days Southampton 2 days |
| Hours: |
Full time East Setauket M/T/W 8:30 - 4:00 Southampton Th/Fr 8:00 - 3:30 70 hours biweekly |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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The Occupational Therapists will screen, identify, assess, evaluate, treat, and recommend services for students who exhibit a delay or disability in fine motor, sensory motor, and/or adaptive functioning. Occupational Therapists will promote optimal function and engagement in meaningful activities, remediate developmental disabilities, provide support to families, and collaborate with other disciplines, as needed in order to address goals and objectives as indicated in each child or student's IFSP or IEP intervention plans. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs. |
| Qualifications: |
Must be NYS licensed/certified and experience with preschool special needs population Excellent Salary & Benefits! |
| Salary Range |
Full-time $68,286.40 - $78,296.40 commensurate with education/experience. |
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| Job Type: |
contract |
| Location: |
varied |
| Hours: |
varied |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Early Intervention (EI), birth to 3 year old program Special Education teachers will assist in the screening, assessment, evaluation, identification and treatment of students presenting with developmental delays or disabilities; assist students in the development of cognitive, communication, social and emotional, adaptive, fine and gross motor skills, within home, school, and other community settings. Special Education teachers will collaborate with other disciplines in order to develop and address goals and objectives as required by each student's IFSP; This includes providing families with information, modeling, training and support to positively affect the development and maintenance of skills. In compliance with state and local requirements, each teacher will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and have experience with Early Intervention population. We invite contractual participation by Certified Minority or Women owned Business Enterprises (Certified M/WBEs) |
| Salary Range |
per diem |
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| Job Type: |
contract |
| Location: |
varied |
| Hours: |
varied |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Early Intervention (EI), birth to 3 year old program. Will evaluate, diagnose, treat, and recommend services for students experiencing delays with expressive and receptive language skills, cognition, swallowing, articulation/phonology, fluency and oral motor within home, school, and other community. Speech Pathologist will provide support to families, and collaborate with other disciplines, as needed in order to address goals and objectives as indicated in each student's IFSP. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs |
| Qualifications: |
Must be NYS licensed/certified and have experience with Early Intervention population. We invite contractual participation by Certified Minority or Women owned Business Enterprises (Certified M/WBEs) |
| Salary Range |
per diem |
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| Job Type: |
contract |
| Location: |
varied |
| Hours: |
varied |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Early Intervention (EI), birth to 3 year old program. Occupational Therapists will screen, identify, assess, evaluate, treat, and recommend services for students who exhibit a delay or disability in fine motor, sensory motor and/or adaptive functioning. Occupational therapists will promote optimal function and engagement in meaningful activities, remediate developmental disabilities, provide support to families, and collaborate with other disciplines, as needed in order to address goals and objectives as indicated in each student's IFSP. Sessions will be within home, school, and other community settings. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs. |
| Qualifications: |
Must be NYS licensed/certified and have experience with Early Intervention population. We invite contractual participation by Certified Minority or Women owned Business Enterprises (Certified M/WBEs) |
| Salary Range |
per diem |
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| Job Type: |
contract |
| Location: |
varied |
| Hours: |
varied |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Early Intervention (EI), birth to 3 year old program. To provide physical therapy services to patients as written by the IFSP, including: Assessment, evaluation and development of therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional goals; To provide instruction in use of equipment; Assessment of the need for devices; Collaborate with other disciplines, as needed in order to address goals and objectives as indicated in each student's IFSP. Sessions will be within home, school, and other community settings. Physical Therapists will instruct family members when appropriate to assist the student in reaching established goals. In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs |
| Qualifications: |
Must be NYS licensed/certified and have experience with Early Intervention population. We invite contractual participation by Certified Minority or Women owned Business Enterprises (Certified M/WBEs) |
| Salary Range |
per diem |
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| Job Type: |
***NEW INCREASED SUB RATES*** COMPETITIVE WITH LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS Teacher Assistants; 1:1 Aides; paraprofessionals |
| Location: |
Suffolk County - Aquebogue - Dix Hills - East Setauket - Southampton |
| Hours: |
varied |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Substitutes needed for all our locations. EXPERIENCE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS PRESCHOOL POPULATION PREFERRED. Special needs experience a plus. Teacher Assistant; 1:1 Aides; paraprofessionals. |
| Qualifications: |
Teacher Assistants must have NYS TA certification. 1:1 Aides/paraprofessionals must have Minimum HS grad/GED. /College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
| Salary Range |
Aquebogue $19.00 hourly; Dix Hills and East Seatuket $19.00 hourly; Southampton $20.00 hourly |
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| Job Type: |
***NEW INCREASED SUB RATES*** COMPETITIVE WITH LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS |
| Location: |
Aquebogue |
| Hours: |
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| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. |
| Salary Range |
$30.00 hourly |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
Aquebogue |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday Part time |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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We seek dedicated individuals to help our Special Education Teachers with a student with special needs on a 1:1 basis. You will assist with teaching independent dressing skills, structured activities, assist with snacks/feeding, implements educational and therapeutic goals set forth by the IEP plans. Experience with Special Needs preschool population a plus. |
| Qualifications: |
Must have a HS Diploma/GED. /College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
| Salary Range |
$19.00 hourly |
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| Job Type: |
***NEW INCREASED SUB RATES*** COMPETITIVE WITH LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS |
| Location: |
Dix Hills |
| Hours: |
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| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. |
| Salary Range |
$30.00 hourly |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
Dix Hills |
| Hours: |
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 3:00 60 hours biweekly |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. |
| Salary Range |
Part Time Based on Location and Classroom Hours $42,603 - $55,052 annually commensurate with education/experience. Benefit Eligible |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
Dix Hills |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday 9:00 - 2:30 |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Special Education Teacher Aides support the teacher/teacher assistant in delivering the curriculum to meet the children's needs through individual or small group settings; assists with large group activities as per the teacher's directives. |
| Qualifications: |
Must have a HS Diploma/GED. /College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
| Salary Range |
$19.00 - $20.25 hourly Benefit Eligible |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
Dix Hills |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday 9:00 - 2:30 |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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We seek dedicated individuals to help our Special Education Teachers with a student with special needs on a 1:1 basis. You will assist with teaching independent dressing skills, structured activities, assist with snacks/feeding, implements educational and therapeutic goals set forth by the IEP plans. Experience with Special Needs preschool population a plus. |
| Qualifications: |
Must have a HS Diploma/GED. /College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
| Salary Range |
$19.00 hourly |
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| Job Type: |
***NEW INCREASED SUB RATES*** COMPETITIVE WITH LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS |
| Location: |
East Setauket |
| Hours: |
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| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. |
| Salary Range |
$30.00 hourly |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
East Setauket |
| Hours: |
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 3:00 60 hours biweekly |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Special Education Teacher Aides support the teacher/teacher assistant in delivering the curriculum to meet the children's needs through individual or small group settings; assists with large group activities as per the teacher's directives. Experience with Special Needs preschool population a plus. |
| Qualifications: |
Must have a HS Diploma/GED. Must have a HS Diploma/GED. College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
| Salary Range |
Part time Based on Location and Classroom Hours $19-$20.25 commensurate with education/experience. |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
East Setauket |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday 9:00 - 2:30 |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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We seek dedicated individuals to help our Special Education Teachers with a student with special needs on a 1:1 basis. You will assist with teaching independent dressing skills, structured activities, assist with snacks/feeding, implements educational and therapeutic goals set forth by the IEP plans. Experience with Special Needs preschool population a plus. |
| Qualifications: |
Must have a HS Diploma/GED. /College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
| Salary Range |
$19.00 hourly |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
East Setauket Clinton Avenue Satellite Location |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday 8:45 - 3:15 60 hours Bi-weekly |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Special Education Teacher Aides support the teacher/teacher assistant in delivering the curriculum to meet the children's needs through individual or small group settings; assists with large group activities as per the teacher's directives. Experience with Special Needs preschool population a plus. |
| Qualifications: |
Must have a HS Diploma/GED. /College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
| Salary Range |
Part time Based on Location and Classroom Hours $19-$20.25 commensurate with education/experience. |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 3:00 60 hours biweekly |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. |
| Salary Range |
Part Time Based on Location and Classroom Hours $45,583 - $58,921 annually commensurate with education/experience. Benefit Eligible |
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| Job Type: |
***NEW INCREASED SUB RATES*** COMPETITIVE WITH LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
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| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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Provide instruction/facilitation in all areas of early development and adapt curriculum in classroom for children's individualized and special needs. Maintain safe/clean environment. Effectively supervise Aides/Assistants. Work with other disciplines as a team to meet student's needs and evaluate student's development and progress. |
| Qualifications: |
NYS Dual Certification in Special Ed/Early Childhood B - Gr 2 required and experience in early childhood. |
| Salary Range |
$35.00 hourly |
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| Job Type: |
Part time |
| Location: |
Southampton |
| Hours: |
Monday - Friday 9:00 - 2:30 |
| Date Job Posted: |
November 2024 |
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We seek dedicated individuals to help our Special Education Teachers with a student with special needs on a 1:1 basis. You will assist with teaching independent dressing skills, structured activities, assist with snacks/feeding, implements educational and therapeutic goals set forth by the IEP plans. Experience with Special Needs preschool population a plus. |
| Qualifications: |
Must have a HS Diploma/GED. /College credits in Early Childhood a plus/experience with special needs population. |
| Salary Range |
$20.00 hourly |
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