Teaching Assistant at Anderson Center for Autism

Compensation

$18 – $23/hr

Location: Colonie, New York
Type: Full-time, Part-time
Level: not_specified
Posted: Aug 4, 2026

Description

Anderson Center for Autism is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their Early Learning Academy in Latham, NY. The role involves supporting autistic and neurodivergent children by addressing their educational, physical, social, and emotional needs, implementing IEP goals, creating a sensory-friendly classroom, and collaborating with teachers and support professionals. The center offers various benefits, including a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, and opportunities for professional development.

Required Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis
Neurodiversity Affirming Frameworks
Sensory Sensitivities
Communication Skills
Dependability

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: at least one year’s experience working with the developmentally disabled population.
Preferred Qualifications: A positive, team-oriented spirit, and a strong desire to support learning and development for youth with autism and other neurodiversities.
Dependability, compassion, integrity, patience, adaptability, perseverance, and a genuine belief that all students have enormous potential.
Strong communication, organizational, collaborative, interpersonal, observational, teaching, and problem-solving skills.
Alignment with our mission and values.