Certified Teacher's Assistant TA-Level 1, 2 or 3 - Bronx , Douglaston, and Whitestone Schools -[...]

Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC), Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

QSAC is seeking dedicated Certified Teacher's Assistants to provide instructional support to students in various educational settings. This role involves implementing individualized education plans and assisting students' development in communication and social skills, all within a supportive community focused on autism education.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with low costs

Generous Paid Time Off policy

Opportunities for career advancement

403(b) Retirement with Employer Match

Access to BCBA and CEUs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years’ work experience in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to assist with lifting individuals and 20 lb items.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instructional services to students under supervision.
• Guide students in class routines and assist in implementing IEPs.

Skills

Communication

Assisting Students

Behavior Analytic Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Certified Teacher's Assistant TA-Level 1, 2 or 3 - Bronx , Douglaston, and Whitestone Schools - QSAC Education

Job Category: Education/Early Intervention

The salary for this position is as follows:

Day School - 5- 21 years old

Certified Level 1 Teacher Assistant = $21.00

Certified Level 2 Teacher Assistant = $22.00

Certified Level 3 Teacher Assistant = $24.00

Preschool - 2-4 years old

Certified Level 1 Teacher Assistant = $21.00

Certified Level 2 Teacher Assistant = $22.00

Certified Level 3 Teacher Assistant = $24.00

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills

Job Summary

QSAC is seeking dedicated and energetic Certified Teacher's Assistants, who provide direct instructional services to students under the general supervision of a New York State certified teacher. The role focuses on one-on-one or small group instruction as outlined by the supervising teacher. Teaching Assistants support students’ recreation, motor, vocational, socialization and communication, leisure and motor skills through the use of behavior analytic teaching procedures.

Additional job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Guiding and assisting students in various instruction settings and class routines
• Under teacher direction, implementing student's Individual Education Plans (IEP)s and Behavior Intervention plans (when applicable)

Work Experience and Qualification

• High School Diploma or GED, required
• 3 letters of recommendation required upon hire for preschool candidates
• 1-2 years’ work experience is a school setting is preferred
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others and individuals served

QSAC has terrific benefits that go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.

• Opportunities for career advancement
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff)
• Medical can be as low as $6 dollars per paycheck ( for FT staff)
• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Discretionary Match (for FT staff)
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Access to BCBA, CEU’s and CTLE credits

*Employee costs listed are based on individual coverage

Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

QSAC is Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

To quick apply:please send resume to [e-mail]

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