Teacher Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Support both Career Campus and On Campus Transition (OCT) by working directly with students in classroom, campus, and community settings.
• Aid in teaching lessons and helping students build job skills, independence, social skills, and other skills needed for adulthood.
• Help with the admissions process, including communicating with families, organizing application materials, scheduling interviews, and onboarding new students.
• Assist with lesson planning, classroom activities, and creating learning experiences based on student needs and program goals.
• Help plan and lead new student orientations for both programs.
• Support and supervise field trips, campus activities, community outings, and other student experiences.
• Work closely with program staff to help coordinate daily activities and ensure programs run smoothly.
• Maintain student records, attendance, progress notes, and other required documentation.
• Monitor student progress and provide support as students work toward their educational, employment, and personal goals.
• Attend meetings, assist with scheduling, and help complete administrative tasks as needed.
• Work collaboratively with other departments, including education, employment, and student support teams, to ensure students receive the services they need.
• Help coordinate internships, work experiences, and other community-based learning opportunities for students.
• Assist with summer programs, camps, and special projects throughout the year.
• Provide general support wherever needed across both programs and help create a positive and meaningful experience for students.
• Transport students safely to and from campus, internships, community outings, field trips, and other program-related activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Disability Services, Business, Public Health, or a related field.
• Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities and knowledge of disability services and community resources preferred.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, schools, employers, and community partners.
• Knowledge of or experience working with Vocational Rehabilitation services and assisting individuals and families with enrollment, referrals, and accessing supports is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive.

Pay

$40,000 – $50,000