Walk-In Interview Event - LaGrange School Program bei Abilities First, Inc.

Description

Want to turn a new page in your professional career? Looking to make a positive impact? Look no further!

For over 60 years, Abilities First, Inc. has been empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to live their most vibrant, independent lives. From early education to adulthood, our wide range of services—including preschool and school programs, day and residential habilitation, community connections, and employment services—are designed to uplift every individual’s unique strengths and dreams.

We believe in the power of people—of every background, identity, and ability—to create change and build a more inclusive world. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. At Abilities First, you’ll join a mission-driven team that values collaboration, celebrates individuality, and is dedicated to meaningful work. If you're ready to turn your passion into purpose, we’d love to welcome you aboard.

 Abilities First is seeking full time and substitute teacher aides for our LaGrange School program located in Poughkeepsie, NY.  This is an opportunity to work with an interdisciplinary team, focusing on the educational programming for all school-age children at every level of ability. This position will attend to the daily needs of the students and assist the teacher in carrying out classroom activities.  

We are hosting a walk-in interview event Wednesday October 1, 2025, from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm for our School Age program in Poughkeepsie, NY. The interviews will be held at:

Abilities First School

24 Firemens Way

Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

We are hiring immediately for the following positions:

• Teacher Aides - both full-time and part time options available - Entry level, a great way to get started! (Salary Range: $16.55 - 17.85)

Requirements

• Teaching Assistants: NYS TA Certification Required
• Teacher Aides: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Entry level, a great way to get started!
• Have the ability to push and pull students in wheelchairs, lift, bend, squat, turn in the knees, pivot and grasp with both hands (in order to properly and safely perform the techniques taught in CPR/First Aid, behavior intervention techniques, and lifting and carrying techniques), with or without a reasonable accommodation.