Education Assistant - College Experience Program

Part-time

Living Resources

Albany, NYFull-time / Part-time$18.25–19.25/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$18.25–19.25/hr

Location

Albany, NY

Schedule

Full-time / Part-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid NYS Drivers License

Job overview

Living Resources, a non‑profit human services agency, seeks an Education Assistant for its College Experience program in Albany, NY. The EA will support young adults with intellectual disabilities by teaching independent living skills, providing small‑group instruction, and counseling on daily life activities in a residential setting.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Small Group InstructionIndependent Living CoachingMeal Preparation TrainingHousehold Chores TrainingSelf‑Advocacy Counseling

Qualifications

HS Diploma or GEDValid NYS Drivers LicenseAssociate's or Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Education Assistant - College Experience Program

Albany, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Albany+NY+USA+12203)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Living Resources is a non-profit human services agency. Our core purpose is to support and empower individuals with disabilities or other life-challenging conditions to live with dignity, independence, and happiness.

Living Resources works with, and for, families by providing peace of mind. All employees are to be respectful and supportive of families. We are working with them as partners, providing care and services.

The College Experience, which takes place at the Russell Sage College in conjunction with Living Resources, offers young adults with intellectual disabilities the chance to take classes and make friends in a safe residential setting, and then transition to work and an independent life.

The Educational Assistant (EA) will assist each student in the areas of independent living as well as campus and community integration/participation. The EA will be based in one of the student dorms and occasionally The College of Saint Rose campus and various community locations. The EA will provide small group instruction on all domestic components of independent living, including, but not limited to, how to prepare a balanced meal, proper execution of household chores, and self-advocacy. The EA will counsel our students to the best of their ability on any and all aspects of independent living.

Shifts Available:

Full-time, Monday - Friday 3pm-11pm

Part-time, Monday - Friday 4pm-9pm

Part-time, Weekends available

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in related field and some experience working with people with disabilities, preferred.

Valid NYS drivers license is required.

Benefits:

We offer full comprehensive benefits including Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, Payment In Lieu of Health Insurance, Tuition Assistance, Retirement Programs and we have a Free On-Site Fitness Center in our main office in Albany!

Opportunities to advance within the agency!

Salary Description

$18.25 - $19.25/hour

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