Bilingual Teacher Assistant (Merraine Group)

Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth; Town of Canaan (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in youth services is seeking a dedicated Bilingual Teacher Assistant to support at-risk students in a nurturing environment. This role involves facilitating lesson plans, providing emotional support, and ensuring compliance with educational standards. You will play a crucial part in the Sheltered Hearts Program, helping children thrive while they await reunification with their families. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and possess a bilingual skill set, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere where every child can succeed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate’s degree in education required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience supporting at-risk students or special education.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher in facilitating lesson plans and providing support.
• Monitor and report on student performance and behaviors.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)

Behavior modification techniques

Conflict resolution

Education

Associate's degree in education

Bachelor's degree in education

Tools

CPR certification

NYS Teaching Assistant Certification

Job description

Bilingual Teacher Assistant (Merraine Group)

Pay Competitive

Employment type: Full-Time

Job Description

• Req#: BILIN02873

Join Our Mission

The Teachers Assistant is responsible for assisting with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill students’ potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and enabling students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in their communities.

Goal of our Sheltered Hearts Program

Our goal is to provide safe and timely reunification for a child and their family or suitable sponsor.

In partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services, the Sheltered Hearts Program provides family reunification and short-term shelter for children who have entered the United States without a guardian. Children reside in our family-style cottage located on our 2,000-acre campus while our bilingual staff provide a safe and nurturing environment for children.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists classroom teacher in facilitating lesson plan instructions to students, including 1:1 and small group assistance when necessary.
• Provides input and helps facilitate social and emotional learning components of lesson plans.
• Responsible for observing, implementing, monitoring and completing specific reports regarding student performance and behaviors in the classroom (i.e. Critical Incident Reports, Reflection Reports, Daily Logs).
• Responsible for grading appropriate academic tests under the guidance of the classroom teacher.
• Responsible for providing pre-crisis intervention and conflict resolution with students, including implementing and using Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) principles, approved behavior modification techniques/strategies, and physical restraints.
• Recommends appropriate reward and consequence outcomes for the student’s behaviors, including adherence to school rules and procedures.
• Assists with facilitating youth in the dining hall and supports appropriate transition and communication of concerns to residential staff.
• This position will comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including those of ORR, ICE, and the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of Associate’s degree in education required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 – 3 years of experience in an academic environment supporting at-risk students and/or special education programs.
• Ability to converse in English and Spanish.
• NYS Teaching Assistant Certification preferred. NYS Teaching Assistant Certification required after 3 months from date of hire.
• Varicella Vaccine required OR titers indicating varicella immunity OR documentation from a healthcare provider verifying previous infection.
• MMR (Measles Mumps & Rubella) vaccine required OR titers indicating immunity to all three diseases.
• Tdap (Tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis) vaccine required.
• Influenza vaccine required, one dose annually during flu season.
• Covid: Being fully vaccinated means you have received a primary COVID vaccination series, plus one (1) booster COVID vaccination if you are eligible to be boosted.
• Physical (Medical Exam) required.
• Must be able to work 9AM-5PM during new hire orientation to complete TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention), CPR, and Sanctuary training. Must maintain TCI and CPR certification.
• Required to be 21 years or older.
• Must have a current, valid driver’s license per Agency guidelines. Travel required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Berkshire Farm Center & Services for Youth is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where diversity is valued and recognized as a source of strength and enrichment. We seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures.

About the company

Specializing in foster care and adoption, preventative and group home services and more, Berkshire is New York State's leading youth and family services agency providing trauma-informed care from Albany to Buffalo to Long Island.