Teacher Aide

Location: Early Intervention Program
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-12:30pm
Salary Range:$20 - $23
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

BAMSI has been bringing people and services together since 1975. Our Early Intervention Program supports infants toddlers and their families through compassionate family-centered services that promote healthy growth and development. We work collaboratively with families and professionals to help children reach their fullest potential during the critical early years of life.

Time Off Up to 4 weeks combined vacation personal and cultural holiday
12 paid holidays
Up to 2 weeks Sick Time
Highly Specialized Paid Trainings
Health and Dental Insurance (based on eligibility)
Life Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
403B plan with discretionary match
Wellness Activities
Employee Assistance Program
Career Development Opportunities

Benefits vary based on position and scheduled hours.

Make an Early Impact: Help support infants and toddlers during critical stages of development.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside therapists and Early Intervention professionals dedicated to helping children succeed.
Meaningful Work: Play an important role in creating positive experiences for children and families.
Growth Opportunities: Gain valuable experience in early childhood development and human services.

The Teacher Aide provides support to Early Intervention staff therapists and children participating in center-based and group services.

Assist therapists during group activities and individual treatment sessions as needed
Support childrens participation in therapeutic and developmental activities
Help prepare materials activities art projects and snacks for groups and sessions
Encourage a positive engaging and safe environment for children and families

Set up and clean up treatment rooms group spaces and activity areas
Ensure children safely transition on and off transportation vehicles
Help ensure children are clean safe and have all belongings for their return home
Assist with general housekeeping and clerical tasks as needed

Follow all agency and program policies and procedures
Maintain safety standards and utilize universal precautions as required
Assist in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for children families and staff
Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designee

High School Diploma or GED required
Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
Experience working with children ages 03 with developmental delays preferred

Ability to interact with children families and professionals with patience flexibility and compassion
Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

Ability to observe children and maintain safety through adequate visual and auditory abilities
Ability to respond quickly during emergencies involving children
Ability to run lift or carry children if needed during emergency situations
Ability to stoop squat sit on the floor bend reach stretch and actively participate in play and child-focused activities
Ability to move quickly to assist children as needed throughout the day

As a Teacher Aide you help create a safe supportive and engaging environment where young children can learn grow and develop. Your support allows therapists and families to focus on helping children build essential developmental skills during some of the most important years of their lives.