Teacher Aide 1:1 (25392)

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

About the role

As a Teacher Aide, you will assist the classroom teacher in all aspects of behavior management and supporting students' success in school. You will work onsite.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to our school and students.
• Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom; record behavior data as requested; assist with crisis prevention; assist with de-escalation techniques with students.
• Help implement behavior plans (BIP); record behavior data; and complete incident reports when requested.
• Monitor, supervise, and assist students during non-instructional periods within a variety of school environments (e.g., lunch, recess/breaks, bus loading/unloading, playground, classroom, washroom, field trips, transportation, assemblies) to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
• Help implement classroom PBIS universal components and Tier 2 and Tier 3 strategies for selected students.
• Attend meetings, training, and professional learning sessions (e.g., first aid, TCI, CPR, emergency procedures, behavior management) to enhance professional skills and competencies.
• Perform clerical duties; maintain records of student progress; develop and file incident reports; maintain student files; check daily attendance; make copies; develop classroom displays and instructional material; maintain and operate computers, smartboards, and other classroom equipment.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to incorporate information provided by parents, doctors, nurses, therapists, and others to understand the needs of and provide services for students.
• Always monitor the safety and well-being of students; monitor student attitudes and encourage positive behavior and interactions with peers.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as requested by the teacher and principal.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6-21.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday Pay.
• 401(K) plan.
• Life Insurance.
• Loan repayment assistance.
• Free training/CEU opportunities.