Salary Range: $19.00/hour

Teacher Assistant (T.A.) – School Age Education Program
📍 Cheektowaga, NY | Monday–Friday Schedule | No Nights, Weekends, or Holidays!

Do you want a career where you can make a real difference every single day?
At The Arc Erie County New York, our Teacher Assistants help students with developmental disabilities grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive and rewarding school environment.
We’re looking for dependable, compassionate, and energetic individuals who want to be part of something meaningful.

Pay & Schedule 💲 Starting at $19.00/hour

🕒 Full-Time or Part-Time Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:45am–2:30pm

✅ No nights

✅ No weekends

✅ No holidays

Why Join Our Team?
✔ Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (available with Full Time)
✔ Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
✔ On-Demand Pay
✔ Consistent daytime schedule
✔ Paid training provided
✔ Supportive team environment
✔ Opportunities for advancement within the agency

What You’ll Do
As a Teacher Assistant, you’ll support students both individually and in small groups while helping create a positive and engaging classroom experience. Responsibilities include:
• Assisting students with classroom activities and educational goals outlined in their IEPs
• Supporting teachers during lessons, activities, and daily routines
• Helping students build social, behavioral, and communication skills
• Assisting with supervision throughout the school day
• Supporting documentation of student progress
• Participating in staff meetings and trainings
• Assisting students with personal care needs, including toileting assistance when needed
• Helping create a safe, encouraging, and inclusive learning environment

What We’re Looking For
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities preferred
• Reliable, patient, and team-oriented individuals
• Candidates looking to make a positive impact and commit to supporting our students consistently
• A Career That Matters

Apply here for a chance to be a part of a dynamic, engaging and fun team!!

The Arc Erie County NY is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) & Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local las.