TA for Students with ASD (2-10 Years Old)

Crossroads Center For Children

Schenectady, NYFull-time, Part-time, and ContractorPosted Jun 11, 2026

16–19 an hour

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Benefits

Pay Range: $16.00 – $19.00 / hour (Based on experience & education)Job Type: Full-Time (8:00–3:30), Part-Time (8:30–2:30), or Per DiemSchedule: School year calendar + 6-week summer program (No nights or weekends!)Supported from Day One: Enjoy PAID initial training, ongoing hands-on modeling, and clear mentorship from Special Education Teachers and BCBAsEvery classroom features a dedicated teacher, multiple TAs, and regular collaboration with SLPs, OTs, and PTsGreat Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with profit-sharing, paid time off, and even pet insurance!Career Launchpad: We love helping you grow!We offer tuition reimbursement and professional development for those looking to advance into education, ABA, or therapy fieldsPay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour403(b)Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insurancePaid time offRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insurance

Job Description

Teacher Assistant (TA) – Supporting Autistic Students

Location: 395 Becker Dr, Schenectady, NY 12306

Pay Range: $16.00 – $19.00 / hour (Based on experience & education)

Job Type: Full-Time (8:00–3:30), Part-Time (8:30–2:30), or Per Diem

Schedule: School year calendar + 6-week summer program (No nights or weekends!)

At Crossroads Center for Children, your work has a clear purpose. We are a non-profit, school-based program serving children with developmental disabilities using evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). As a TA, you aren't just "extra help"—you are an essential part of a student's daily breakthroughs in communication, academics, and independence.

Why Join Crossroads?

Supported from Day One: Enjoy PAID initial training, ongoing hands-on modeling, and clear mentorship from Special Education Teachers and BCBAs.

A True Team Environment: You're never alone. Every classroom features a dedicated teacher, multiple TAs, and regular collaboration with SLPs, OTs, and PTs.

Great Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with profit-sharing, paid time off, and even pet insurance!

Career Launchpad: We love helping you grow! We offer tuition reimbursement and professional development for those looking to advance into education, ABA, or therapy fields.

What You’ll Do

Support students’ individualized learning, behavior, and daily living goals.

Use positive, evidence-based ABA teaching strategies.

Collect simple data to track and celebrate student progress.

Assist with active, hands-on classroom activities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (Required).

New York State Teacher Assistant Certification (Required).

Experience with children or individuals with autism (Preferred, but we will train the right person!).

Ready to Make a Difference?

Positions are open now! If you want a predictable schedule, a supportive team, and a job that matters, we want to hear from you.

Learn More: Visit the Crossroads Center for Children Website.

Questions? Contact Jared High, Director of Staff Development, [email protected].

Our Mission: To prepare individuals with and without developmental disabilities for life success within their family and community.

Learn more: https://crossroadcenter.org/

Questions? Reach out anytime:
Jared High

Director of Staff Development

[email protected]

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
  • New York State Teacher Assistant Certification (Required)

Responsibilities

  • Support students’ individualized learning, behavior, and daily living goals
  • Use positive, evidence-based ABA teaching strategies
  • Collect simple data to track and celebrate student progress
  • Assist with active, hands-on classroom activities


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