Early Childhood Preschool 1:1 Aide Bilingual

EARLY CHILDHOOD PRESCHOOL 1:1 AIDE BILINGUAL

Hourly, Part Time, $21.80/hr

Shifts Available between Monday-Friday 8:00am-3:30pm

* This position is not eligible for Holiday Pay, Paid time off, or benefits

About Brightway Living & Learning: Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

What You'll Do:

• Set up and maintain classroom materials and supplies


• Assist with bussing at arrival and dismissal


• Responsible for the implementation of a child’s IEP and progress towards goals


• Implement teaching strategies utilizing principles of Applied Behavior Analysis


• Collect data and document student’s progress as outlined by classroom teacher


• Follow lead of classroom teacher


• Implement outlined behavior treatment plans


• Supervise children during classroom activities


• Demonstrate knowledge of outlined curriculum and IEP goals


• Assist children in all daily living activities


• Work collaboratively with classroom staff and team members


• Other duties as assigned

What You Need for the Role:

• High School Diploma required


• Fluent in English and a second language

What You Must Be Able to Do:

• Must be able to modify the area to secure safety of children


• Ability to move/transport a child weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 3 feet to place child on changing table


• Must be able to move quickly after a child up to 200 feet to prevent elopement


• Must be able to position self or maneuver classroom to facilitate student instruction in classroom and playground environment


• Must have ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarms


• Must be able to ascend and descend stairs with railing

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.


• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.


• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.


• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.


• Exceptional Work-Life Balance

Here’s How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.


• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.


• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.


• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient


• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic


• A good communicator and team player


• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway Living & Learning team!

When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Living & learning Family. 

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.