Autism Classroom Teaching Assistant

Gersh Autism Academy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision/

Vacation during school breaks

Semi-monthly payroll

ABA Training

BCBA-D Supervison

Job summary

Academy for Young Minds (AYM), powered by Gersh, seeks an experienced Assistant Teacher to join our state-of-the-art classrooms in Long Island City, Queens. This full-time, 12-month position works under the Head Teacher and BCBA supervision to deliver individualized curricular activities and track progress.

Preferred NYS Teaching Assistant Certification is encouraged; benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k), paid vacation, and ABA training with BCBA-D supervision toward BACB licensure.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching special education, preferably using ABA.
• Understanding autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of NYS Common Core Standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with computer tools (data entry, word processing).

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students and implement individualized curricular activities.
• Support learning through data collection on programs and progress toward goals.

Skills

Special Education

ABA Methodology

ASD Awareness

NY Core Standards

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Computer Proficiency

Tools

Database

Job description

Academy for Young Minds (AYM), powered by Gersh, seeks an experienced Assistant Teacher to join our state-of-the-art classrooms in Long Island City, Queens. This full-time, 12-month position works under the Head Teacher and BCBA supervision to deliver individualized curricular activities and track progress.

Preferred NYS Teaching Assistant Certification is encouraged; benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k), paid vacation, and ABA training with BCBA-D supervision toward BACB licensure.