Top 166 Teaching assistant Jobs in Amherst, Ny

Lead Teacher
First Learning —Grand Island, NY
- $17.50 - $20.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Teacher's Assistant
Smarty Pants Childcare —Orchard Park, NY
- $16.50 - $17.00 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid training
- 401(k)
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Certified Teaching Assistant 0726-0033
Erie 1 BOCES —West Seneca, NY
- $21.00 - $22.50 an hour
- Classroom
- Middle school
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
11d
Teacher Assistant
Amherst Baby & Childcare Center, Inc. —Amherst, NY
- From $16.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Childcare
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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$2,500 Sign-on Bonus - Lead Toddler Teacher
First Learning —Buffalo, NY
- $17.50 - $20.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Program Aide (Elementary)
Sweet Home Central School District —Amherst, NY
- $19.56 - $22.50 an hour
- Classroom
- Experience working with children
- Public school
- Paid holidays
9d
Classroom Aide
Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center —Amherst, NY
- $18.15 - $23.14 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Teacher Assistant - Amherst
The Summit Center —Getzville, NY
- $22.66 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
2d
Teacher Aide
Holy Ghost Lutheran School —Niagara Falls, NY
- $17.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- In-person
- Entry level
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4d
Classroom Aide
Beyond Support Network —Depew, NY
- $17.50 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Daycare Teacher Assistant
Doodle Bugs! Children’s Learning Academy —Buffalo, NY
- $17.00 - $18.50 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
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Teacher Assistant- Preschool
The Arc Erie County New York —Williamsville, NY
- $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Ability to climb stairs
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Teacher Aide (Elementary Classrooms)
Stanley G Falk School —Tonawanda, NY
- $21.64 an hour
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid holidays
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2d
Teacher Assistant - Preschool Age!
The Arc Erie County New York —Tonawanda, NY
- $19 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Teacher Aide (Kaegebein)
Grand Island CSD —Grand Island, NY
- $23.59 an hour
- Online Application
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- 4 years
6d
Teacher Aide 2026 - 2027
Sweet Home Central School District —Amherst, NY
- $16.48 - $18.00 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience working with children
- Public school
Teacher Aide - Multiple Locations (47 positions)
Williamsville Central School District —East Amherst, NY
- $18.90 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- High school
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
5d
Teacher Assistant - School Age Education Program
The Arc Erie County New York —Williamsville, NY
- From $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
Teacher Assistant
Pixie Village Preschool —Williamsville, NY
- $16 - $19 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- Preschool
- In-person
- Paid time off
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Teacher Assistant - Preschool Age!
The Arc Erie County —Tonawanda, NY
- $19 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Lead Teacher

First Learning -
Grand Island, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$17.50 - $20.50 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement
Referral program

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Teamwork
First aid
Employee relationship building
First Aid Certification
Classroom experience
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Lead the Classroom. Inspire Growth. Shape Early Learning Experiences.

First Learning is one of North America’s Top 50 for-profit childcare organizations, and we are continuing to grow across New York.

Founded in 1991 with the opening of Care-a-Lot’s first childcare center in Greece, NY, our organization has built a long-standing reputation for exceptional early childhood education. In recent years, we have expanded through the addition of Generations Child Care, Storybook Academy, Island Kids, and Windsor Academy—bringing together multiple respected programs under one unified organization: First Learning.

Today, we operate a growing network of early learning centers dedicated to providing high-quality education, strong leadership, and outstanding family experiences.

We are seeking a Lead Teacher who is passionate about early childhood education, committed to creating a positive classroom environment, and ready to support the growth and development of both children and team members.

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The Role

The Lead Teacher is the educational leader within the classroom.

This role requires a professional who can create a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment while guiding classroom staff, supporting families, and ensuring high-quality care and learning experiences.

You will be responsible for:

· Classroom environment and program quality

· Child development and individualized learning

· Family communication and engagement

· Classroom team support and collaboration

· Compliance with New York State regulations and company policies

This position reports to the Center Director and works closely with classroom staff and center leadership.

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Key Responsibilities

Educational Leadership

· Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily activities

· Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment

· Monitor and assess children’s development and adjust programming accordingly

· Ensure classroom practices align with OCFS regulations and accreditation standards

· Model positive interactions and engagement with children

Classroom Team Support

· Provide guidance and support to assistant teachers and classroom staff

· Foster a collaborative and positive team environment

· Participate in staff meetings and center initiatives

· Support onboarding and development of new staff within the classroom

Child & Family Experience

· Build strong, supportive relationships with children and families

· Maintain consistent and effective communication with families regarding development and daily activities

· Conduct bi-annual parent-teacher conferences and meet with families as needed

· Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all family interactions

· Support center tours by sharing classroom-specific insights with prospective families

Compliance & Documentation

· Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including observations, incidents, and daily reports

· Ensure compliance with OCFS regulations, health and safety standards, and company policies

· Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment

Professional Development

· Complete required annual training (minimum 30 hours) in accordance with OCFS and accreditation standards

· Maintain required certifications and pursue ongoing professional growth

· Stay current with best practices in early childhood education

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Qualifications

Candidates must meet New York State requirements for Lead Teachers in a licensed childcare center.

Typical qualifications include:

· Child Development Associate (CDA)

· Minimum of 12 credit hours in Early Childhood Education with a plan to continue education

Preferred experience:

· At least 1 year of experience in an early childhood education setting

· Experience working in a classroom leadership or lead role

· Knowledge of New York State childcare regulations

· Strong communication and teamwork skills

· Commitment to high-quality early childhood education

Required certifications (or willingness to obtain):

· Foundations in Health and Safety

· CPR / First Aid

· Medication Administration Training (MAT)

Physical ability to:

· Lift approximately 30 pounds

· Supervise children by sight and sound at all times

· Respond quickly to children’s needs and emergencies

· Sit, bend, and move at a child’s level throughout the day

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Who Succeeds in This Role

Our strongest Lead Teachers:

· Create warm, engaging, and structured classroom environments

· Build strong relationships with children, families, and team members

· Take initiative and demonstrate leadership within the classroom

· Balance care, education, and compliance responsibilities effectively

· Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

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Career Growth Opportunities

At First Learning, we believe in developing future leaders.

Lead Teachers have opportunities to:

· Advance into Assistant Director or Center Director roles

· Take on mentorship or training responsibilities

· Participate in program development and center initiatives

· Grow within a multi-site, expanding organization

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 - $20.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Do you have your CDA or Teaching Certification ?
Which location are you interested in? : Ransom Rd (North) or Baseline Rd (South)?

Work Location: In person

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teaching assistant jobs in amherst, ny

Lead Teacher

Teacher's Assistant

Certified Teaching Assistant 0726-0033

Teacher Assistant

$2,500 Sign-on Bonus - Lead Toddler Teacher

Program Aide (Elementary)

Classroom Aide

Teacher Assistant - Amherst

Teacher Aide

Classroom Aide

Daycare Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant- Preschool

Teacher Aide (Elementary Classrooms)

Teacher Assistant - Preschool Age!

Teacher Aide (Kaegebein)

Teacher Aide 2026 - 2027

Teacher Aide - Multiple Locations (47 positions)

Teacher Assistant - School Age Education Program

Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant - Preschool Age!

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