Early Childhood Education Teacher Assistant
St. Anne Institute
Albany, New York, United States · Posted Nov 13, 2026
ApplyEARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION TEACHER ASSISTANT
Are you passionate about working with children?
Mission:
St. Anne Institute is a human service agency whose mission is to partner with individuals and families in a supportive and inclusive environment to achieve shared goals and strengthen communities. The vision of St. Anne Institute is to be the leading provider of innovative and equitable human services through the Guiding Principles of Loving, Caring and Protecting.
Starting Hourly Rate: $20.40 (30 - 40 hours per week)
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, FSA, voluntary life, STD, LTD, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance available the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment, 403(B), tuition reimbursement, accrued personal and sick time and holidays.
Job Description:
Under the direction of the Early Childhood Education Program Administrator, the teacher assistant will provide support to teachers in implementing daily lesson plans and classroom routines aligned with early childhood curriculum and Universal Prekindergarten standards.
Responsibilities:
Support individual students and small groups during instructional activities, centers and play-based learning while ensuring a safe environment
Encourage the development of social, emotional, language and cognitive skills
Assist with the preparation and organization of instructional materials and classroom activities
Assist with meal service including plating, distributing food and supervising students during mealtimes and snacks
Supervision of nap time
Clean and organize classroom at the end of the day including cots, toys, tables and varies surfaces
Assist students with toileting and diapering routines while maintaining proper hygiene and safety practices
Requirements and Education:
High school diploma OR GED required, experience working with 3-5 year old children preferred.
St. Anne Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Skills: Early Childhood Education, Lesson planning, Classroom management, Universal Prekindergarten standards, Play-based learning, Instructional materials preparation, Student supervision, Meal service assistance, Toileting and diapering routines, Classroom cleanliness