Teacher Assistant

Organization Overview

Riverdale Neighborhood House’s (RNH) mission is to strengthen the community in the northwest Bronx by delivering programs responsive to local needs, by building connections and promoting equity across generational, cultural, racial, and economic lines, and by creating a sense of place. We work with a vibrant, diverse community of over 50,000 residents who live in an area bordered by the Hudson River, Van Cortlandt Park, Manhattan, and Yonkers. RNH provides a wide range of programming anchored in regular needs assessments of our community.

Today, RNH offers no-cost preschool education and free and low-cost after-school programs for children aged 2-13. Activities for high school students include internships, college advising, leadership development, and recreation. Adults participate in enrichment classes, community events, and volunteer programs. The volunteer-run Telephone Reassurance Program supports homebound older adults and the Food & Farm Hub works to promote food justice and environmental stewardship through a teaching garden, community fridge, and farm stand.

Job Description:

Our highly respected Early Childhood Center offers educational programs for 3K and Pre-K for All. RNH is looking to hire a Teacher Assistant to work with preschool aged children for the 2026-2027 School Year.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist and cooperate with the Head Teacher to ensure the safety of all children
• Assist in the implementation of the curriculum;
• Help achieve RNH's commitment to uphold all NYC and NYS educational standards;
• Attend supervision meetings with your Head Teacher;
• Participate in group conferences and workshops to further professional growth as suggested or required
• Provide coverage in a variety of classrooms and children;
• Help maintain a clean and neat facility and classroom adhering to safety protocols;
• Participate, as requested, in RNH events;
• Complete other assignments made by the Divisional Director or Children’s Services or the Executive Director

Requirement/Qualifications :

• Flexible, energetic individual who contributes to a positive and collaborative culture at RNH
• High School Diploma or GED
• Teacher Assistant Certification completed within first year
• Minimally 1 year of experience working in early childhood and/or with children preferred
• Successful Background check and State Central Registry clearances required
• Able to perform physical activities including constant bending, standing, and lifting up to
• 25-30 lbs.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

• Vacation allowance, paid holidays and sick time.
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Thrift Plan
• Commuter Benefits