Teacher Assistant

Young Adult Institute Inc

New York, NY, US
$19ph to $21ph
On-site
Support teacher with educational activities
Maintain health and safety policies
Support student independence
Supports teacher with educational activities for students in assigned classroom, providing general and instructional support for teacher and individual students

Job Summary

  • Supports teacher with educational activities for students in assigned classroom, providing general and instructional support for teacher and individual students.
  • Observes behavior, prompts students and follows individualized plans and schedules, implementing positive behavior interventions, assisting students with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs).
  • Provides coverage, performing all duties of 1:1 Teachers Aide to support students when needed.

Matching Summary

Supports teacher with educational activities for students in assigned classroom, providing general and instructional support for teacher and individual students.

Salary

$19/hr to $21/hr

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • support teacher with educational activities
  • maintain health and safety policies
  • support student independence
  • observe and document student behavior
  • assist with personal care and ADLs
  • collect and document student progress
  • maintain classroom cleanliness
  • respond to challenging behaviors

Nice-to-have

  • enthusiasm for working with children
  • effective communication skills
  • ability to remain calm in stressful situations
  • strong interpersonal skills
  • basic proficiency with Microsoft Office

Key Requirements

  • Current NYSED Teacher Assistant certification
  • Passing score on NYSTCE ATAS
  • Completion of required workshops
  • Obtain NYSED certification within 90 days
  • Ability to assist with personal care including toileting and diapering
  • Ability to meet essential physical demands including lifting up to 25 pounds

Work Rights

Not specified

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