Certified Teaching Assistant 0724-0016

Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES; Town of West Seneca (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team within Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES as a Teaching Assistant in High School Exceptional Education Programs. This role includes providing instructional support to students with disabilities, assisting in classroom management, and contributing to a nurturing educational environment. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, promoting professional growth and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Paid annual Holidays

Generous Paid Personal/Sick time

Premium Health and Dental plans (E1B pays 85%)

Life insurance at NO cost to you

FSA plan

Unlimited opportunities for growth and professional development

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Qualifications

• Valid NYS Teaching Assistant Certification - Level I, II or III required.
• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instructional services to students under the supervision of a certified teacher.
• Assists the teacher with student supervision and academic support.
• Handles classroom behavior management and routine functioning.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Education

NYS Teaching Assistant Certification - Level I, II or III

Job description

Location:
Erie 1 BOCES
Special Education Services
Maryvale High School
Cheektowaga, NY

Hours:
7:00AM– 2:30PM

Hourly Salary:
$18.85 - Level ITeaching Assistant Certification
$19.10 - Level II Teaching Assistant Certification
$19.96 - Level IIITeaching Assistant Certification

Exceptional Benefits Packageincluding but not limited to the following:Employment - Erie 1 BOCES

• Paid annual Holidays
• Generous Paid Personal/Sick time
• Premium Health and Dental plans (E1B pays 85%)
• Life insurance at NO cost to you
• FSA plan
• Employee Centric work environment
• Fun events for employees to enjoy.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• NYS RetirementSystem
• 403b AND 457 retirement plans
• Unlimited opportunities for growth and professional development

Job Responsibilities:

This position will be for High School Exceptional Education Programs for Regents and Life Skills students. The Teaching Assistant provides direct instructional services to students under the general supervision of a certified teacher. A Teaching Assistant supports the teacher by helping to supervise activities in the classroom, working with students on an individual, small group, or whole class basis.

Teaching Assistants may be assigned additional responsibilities, such as teaching classes on their own, covering planned absences and allowing teachers time for meetings and conferences. They may also manage other support staff and assist with recording student grades, data and reporting on student progress. Duties of this job require a knowledge of child development and interpersonal skills to coordinate instruction with the primary teachers as well as communicate with parents.

1. Supporting students across the curriculum.
2. Works with individual students as directed by teacher.
3. Assists the teacher with marking and correcting work.
4. Assists with school events, trips and other activities.
5. Assists in classroom behavior management.
6. Assists with routine classroom functioning.
7. Accompanies students when removal from a classroom is necessary or when the students must go to another part of the building.
8. Assists in restraining students who may exhibit behaviors that are injurious to self or others.
9. Assists and supervises games and free play, both indoors and outdoors.
10. Assists teacher in the implementation of activities that include but are not limited to: feeding, lifting, toileting, and other activities of daily living (e.g. grooming, hygiene, leisure/recreation, etc.).
11. Lifts and transports students in conjunction with daily living activities. ?
    1. Teaching Assistants working with non-ambulatory students are expected to lift 40-pound loads independently and may be required to lift/move students weighing more than 40 pounds with assistance from another adult and/or with the use of appropriate lifting devices.
    2. SPECIAL NOTE: Ability to lift/move students either independently or with assistance is a condition of employment for teaching assistants who work with non-ambulatory students. Initial and periodic physical examinations will test this ability. Teaching Assistants should not attempt to lift more than one-third of their body weight without assistance from another adult or appropriate lifting devices.
12. Maintains working knowledge and ability to implement classroom and school wide safety plans.
13. Discuss parental requests for information with the teacher before responding.
14. Maintain confidentiality of student information.
15. Assume teacher responsibilities in the absence of the classroom teacher or as assigned.

Please apply online by completing the following steps:

1. Click Apply below and log in to your account in Recruitfront or create an account.
2. Complete and submit the correct application type, TEACHER/ADMIN, and THEN
3. Apply directly to the job posting.

You will receive an email from Recruitfront stating that you have applied.

Special Notes:

When responding to or inquiring about this Notice of Vacancy, please refer to thePosting Number noted above. Requests for reasonable accommodations at the interview under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be submitted in writing to the ADA Coordinator (Director, HumanResources) at least 48 hours priorto the interview.

PLEASE NOTE- Erie 1 BOCES hastransitioned COMPLETELY to the RecruitFront platform for all open positions. Once you complete your application within the system, you will be able to apply for any vacant positions within the District in the future.

Studies show that women and members of some groups are more likely to underestimate their qualifications for a position. At Erie 1 BOCES we are on a journey to create a more inclusive and equitable organization, which includes our commitment to shape a more inclusive and diverse work and school community. We recognize that a diverse representation in our organization is an essential step. Applicants who identify with a historically underrepresented group, including but not limited to BIPOC (Black/African American, Indigenous/Native American, Persons of Color),Hispanic/Latina, LGBTQ+, Women, and/or individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

• Valid NYS Teaching Assistant Certification - Level I, II or III

• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred