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PKA Teacher Assistant Job Description

Bronx House proudly offers a Pre-k For All (PKA) program in conjunction with the NYC Department of Education. Our PKA program offers a warm, nurturing, stimulating atmosphere where children can expand their skill set and discover the joys of learning in a classroom setting.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm- 10-month position

Position: Full Time

Salary: $28,500

*Candidate must be approved by Department of Health and Mental Hygiene

The Teacher Assistant supports the efforts of the Head Teacher to make classrooms warm, welcoming and effective in helping children to meet child development and academic goals, and in helping families to engage in their children's education.

Required Experience:

 Associate’s degree (preferred), or CDA or equivalent certification in Early Childhood Education or related field, or a high school diploma or equivalent.

 At least two years of classroom experience.

 A demonstrated capacity in planning classroom activities, observing children’s behaviors, providing active supervision, and maintaining educational records.  Knowledge of Microsoft Applications, Video Conferencing Applications (Google Meets, Zoom and Google Classroom)

Preferred Licenses:

 NYS Child Development Associate Certification

 NYS Early Childhood Teaching Assistant Certification

Preferred Core Competencies:

Updated April 2026

 Assist Head Teacher in providing students with a nurturing, safe, and healthy environment to help them develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development in relationship to the overall goal of social competency.

 Assist Head Teacher with implementation of The Department of Education Curriculum and the Pre-Kindergarten Standards for the Common Core.  Knowledge of state and local rules and regulations that govern childcare, including, but not limited to DOH Article 47 and Early Childhood Development standards in the areas of health, safety and nutrition; and state regulations governing the identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect.

 Basic knowledge of child development including typical and atypical language, cognitive, motor, social, and self-help skills development.

 Ensure records on children and families are current, complete, and confidential.  Ensure all required reports are completed accurately and in a timely manner as per the Early Childhood Center Director's request or direction.

 Assist Head Teacher in gathering student observation, completing students’ assessment (TSG Checkpoints), and collaborate in Parent Teacher conferences.  Implement and provide adequate active supervision, safety practices and guidance.  Attend and participate in required activities, events, and professional development.  Propensity for problem-solving.

 Ability to relate to families in a holistic fashion that incorporates education, social services, health and nutrition, and family issues.

 Experience working with groups and/or families from diverse cultural, economic, and ethnic backgrounds. Must have knowledge of and sensitivity to the educational and socio-economic needs of the children and families served in PKA.

 Knowledge of community resources to support appropriate referrals.  Willingness to comply with the established agency performance standards which may include: productivity/personal responsibility, embracing a team player orientation, and maintaining a professional demeanor.

 Demonstrate self-motivation, continual learning, and taking initiative.  Practice professional, effective and good interpersonal communication skills.  Nurturing character that enables the building of a respectful, trusting and loving relationship with children and their families.

 Ethical and professional conduct that enables the building of a respectful, trusting and collaborative relationship with the center staff.

 Modeling of appropriate behavior for children, parents, and other staff.  Ability to be responsible for the completion of assigned tasks and projects.  Perform other duties as required.

How to apply: Please submit cover letter and resume to natasha@bronxhouse.org. Put in the subject area the title of the position that you are interested in obtaining. No phone calls please.

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