Certified Teacher Assistant

Job Responsibilities

• Working on specific IEP goals or curriculum objectives during 1:1 work and small group work.
• Working on social goals within small group instruction.
• Working on vocational and/or adaptive goals which are indicated on the students IEP.
• Assisting the teacher in running a small or large group lesson.
• Assisting in specific behavior plans, PECS and/or activity schedules.
• Assisting the teacher in using augmentative communication devices.
• Assisting in data collection to track all IEP goals and curriculum objectives.
• Assisting the teacher to plan lessons based on IEP goals, curriculum objectives and NYS standards.

Job Qualifications

• A High School Diploma/GED.
• NYS Assistant Teacher Certification - three levels available: Level I, Level II, and Level III.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• Experience with vocational and/or functional academics/life skills preferred.
• Valid NYS driver's license preferred.
• Able to perform physical activities such as twisting, bending, crouching, pulling, pushing.
• Able to sit, walk, drive, and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Good written and/or verbal communication skills.

Benefits

We provide a robust benefit package and a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus.