Therapy Assistant-Preschool Autism Program (CASSI-Odenton, MD)
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Job overview
Kennedy Krieger Institute is hiring a Therapy Assistant-Preschool Autism Program (CASSI-Odenton, MD). The Therapeutic Assistant I implements instructional programs and evidence-based treatment protocols in a classroom setting under the oversight of a Speech-Language Pathologist. This role involves interacting with children to encourage language, social, and self-regulatory development, collecting progress and treatment response data, assisting with classroom organization, preparing teaching materials, and assisting with parent communication.
Key focus areas include Carry out instructional programs as outlined by the Speech Language Pathologists., Effectively implement behavior management strategies according to trained procedures., and Assist in data management functions, to include data collection and data entry..
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent. Important skills include Implement Instructional Programs, Implement Behavior Management Strategies, Data Collection, Data Entry, Prepare And Lead Activities, and Assist In Development Of Therapeutic Materials.
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Full job description
Overview
The Therapeutic Assistant I will implement instructional programs and evidence-based treatment protocols in a classroom setting under the oversight of a Speech-Language Pathologist. This staff member will interact with the children to encourage language, social, and self-regulatory development. The incumbent will also collect progress and treatment response data; assist with classroom organization; prepare teaching materials; and assist with parent communication.
This job description reflects the designation of essential job functions and critical features of this position but does not provide an all-inclusive list of duties that may be assigned. These job functions and features are subject to change at the discretion of the Institute and its management.
Responsibilities
1. Carry out instructional programsas outlined by theSpeech Language Pathologists.
2. Effectively implement behavior management strategiesaccording to trained procedures.
3. Assist in data management functions, to include data collection and data entry.
4. Provide basic care needs of students during groups.
5. Prepare and lead specified activities during groups.
6. Assist in the development of therapeutic materials.
7. Clean, organize, and maintain the classroom.
8. Support planning, preparation, and staffing for supplemental programming.
9. Participate in parent awareness and training activities.
10. Complete medical, behavioral, and other in-service training as needed.
Qualifications
Education:
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High School diploma or equivalent required.
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College classes in Psychology, Education, or related field preferred.
Experience:
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Experience working with young children preferred.
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Experience as a paraprofessional with young children with autism and implementing treatment protocols in a classroom or childcare setting preferred.
Minimum pay range
USD $15.66/Hr.
Maximum pay range
USD $24.65/Hr.
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Vacancy ID 13268
Pos. Category Special Education
Job Location : Street 1130 Annapolis Road,Route 175 Suite 100
# of Hours 40.00
Job Locations US-MD-Odenton
Pos. Type Regular Full Time
Department : Name CASSI (Center for Autism Services Science and Innovation)
Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet
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