Teaching Assistant Certified EDU EDU-School Age

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Pay range: $19-$21 per hour based on experience and education

• Provide instructional support and intensive behavioral assistance to students who are diagnosed with developmental disabilities including autism.

• Perform a variety of support activities related to behavior management, classroom instruction, and classroom management.

• Implement learning plans and behavioral support plans.

• Perform a variety of clerical support duties related to maintenance of documentation requirements of various kinds.

• Assist teacher and perform duties as assigned.

• Demonstrate an understanding of behaviorally based instructional practices, given support.

• Attend meetings, as required.

• Under the teacher’s direction, teach individual or small group lessons using teacher prepared materials.

• Under the teacher’s direction, secure classroom provisions and/or make appropriate learning materials.

• Supervise students throughout the day, in all environments.

• Assist teacher in relation to his/her team role related to direct support professionals.

• Support team with positive communication strategies.

• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• New York State Teacher Assistant Certification required.

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree in Special Education or another related field preferred; Associates’ degree or higher required for those working in Golisano.

• May be required, if applicable, to know or learn ABA.

• Experience working with persons diagnosed with autism and other developmental disabilities.

• Applicant should be highly organized and able to work collaboratively.

• Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software and e-mail applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word; have the aptitude to learn other computer software as necessary.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. independently and assist in lifting weights exceeding 50 lbs.

• Be able to perform all physical interventions.

Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required

Springbrook is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Springbrook to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, age, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, traits historically associated with race and/or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Job Details

Job Family SPR

Pay Type Hourly

Hiring Min Rate 19 USD

Hiring Max Rate 21 USD