TA Position for Albany CloverPatch Preschool

Essential Duties

• Affords assistance in instructional activities as per the teacher’s guidance – this includes direct teaching of students.
• Should take charge of the class when the teacher is absent or unavailable.
• Complies with mobility, dining, and direct care protocols as outlined by the teacher or therapist, and as specified on individual fact sheets.
• Supports the management of students, which involves tasks such as toileting, diapering, washing, tooth brushing, dressing, undressing, putting on/off adaptive equipment, setting up the learning environment.
• Enacts therapeutic goals within classroom activities, following directions from and collaborating with therapists, including systematic lifting and positioning of students and application/removal of equipment.
• Accurately records data and monitors student responses as directed by the teacher or other team professionals.
• Adheres to behavioral plans and intervention techniques for assigned students, as directed by the teacher or school psychologist.
• Communicates student information promptly and accurately to supervisors and/or relevant team members, which may involve verbal or written communication with parents.
• Remains attentive and engaged throughout the shift to ensure proper supervision of students.