Teachers Assistant

Young Adult Institute Inc

New York City, New York, United States
Base: $19.00ph to $21.00ph; bonus/equity: not spec...
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New york state teacher assistant certification
Nystce assessment of teaching assistant skills exam
Personal care assistance including toileting and diapering
** The Young Adult Institute Inc. is seeking a Teacher's Assistant in New York City to support educators and students in a classroom setting, specifically focusing on students with disabilities. The role involves providing instructional support, maintaining safety protocols, and assisting students with personal care and daily activities. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves supporting teachers with educational activities while maintaining strict adherence to health and safety policies within the classroom.
  • Employees must be willing to assist with personal care activities such as toileting and diapering while implementing positive behavior interventions.
  • The position offers a competitive hourly wage between $19.00 and $21.00 along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement matching.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The Young Adult Institute Inc. is seeking a Teacher's Assistant in New York City to support educators and students in a classroom setting, specifically focusing on students with disabilities. The role involves providing instructional support, maintaining safety protocols, and assisting students with personal care and daily activities. **

Salary

Base: $19.00/Hour to $21.00/Hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Tuition reimbursement; Medical and dental insurance; Paid Time Off; 403(b) retirement with employer match; Life insurance; Long-term disability; Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • New York State Teacher Assistant certification
  • NYSTCE Assessment of Teaching Assistant Skills exam
  • Personal care assistance including toileting and diapering
  • Implementation of positive behavior interventions
  • Data collection and documentation skills
  • Emergency evacuation and physical intervention capabilities

Nice-to-have

  • Enthusiasm for working with children with disabilities
  • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Word and Outlook
  • Willingness to take initiative and demonstrate empathy

Key Requirements

  • Current or active pursuit of NYSED Teacher Assistant certification
  • Passing score on NYSTCE ATAS examination
  • Completion of Child Abuse Identification and Reporting workshop
  • Completion of Dignity for All Students Act workshop
  • Completion of School Violence Prevention and Intervention workshop
  • Must obtain NYSED certification within 90 days of appointment
  • Physical capacity to lift/move students of any weight with assistance

Work Rights

Not specified

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