Classroom Teacher Aide

Hattie Larlham; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Paid training

Medical plan options

Life insurance

Job summary

Hattie Larlham is seeking a Classroom Teacher Aide in Columbus, OH. The role supports the Intervention Specialist with daily classroom activities and maintaining a safe, positive environment at the Dahlberg Gibson Learning Center.

The position runs full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm, at the Dahlberg Gibson Learning Center in Columbus. Paid training is provided for all new employees to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1–3 years of experience with pre-school children, preferably with disabilities.
• Ability to lift 30–50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Carry out instructional plans and IFSP/IEP as designated by the Intervention Specialist.
• Make observations and report information to the Intervention Specialist.
• Assist students with activities such as puzzles, painting, coloring, music.
• Attend to children's needs on arrival/departure, including hygiene and meals.
• Collaborate with a variety of professionals and staff.
• Adapt to new teaching methods and curricula as needed.
• Respond quickly to support the teacher in maintaining a safe environment.
• Provide classroom assistance as needed due to absences or additional needs.

Skills

Able to lift 30-50 pounds

Experience with pre-school children

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Location: Dahlberg Gibson Learning Center in Columbus, Ohio

The Classroom Teacher Aide is responsible for assisting the Intervention Specialist with daily classroom activities while maintaining a safe, positive and fun classroom environment at the Dahlberg Gibson Learning Center.

"There are many cool things about my job! I get to form special relationships and bonds with our individuals and see growth as I assist and encourage them - anything from a silly handshake to helping someone learn to talk and better communicate with others, as well as receiving appreciation from the families of our individuals." - T.B.

Teacher Aide Opening

• Full-Time: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
• Location: Dahlberg Gibson Learning Center in Columbus, Ohio

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma
• One to three years of experience working with pre-school children, preferably children with disabilities
• Able to lift and carry 30-50 pounds

Duties

• Carries out the instructional plans and Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP)/Individual Education Plans (IEP) as designated by the Intervention Specialist.
• Makes observations and reports information to the Intervention Specialist.
• Assists students with activities such as: puzzles, painting, coloring, music, etc.
• Attends to the needs of the children upon arrival and departure from the school, washing hands, brushing teeth, toileting and eating.
• Works with a variety of professionals and staff.
• Adjusts to new teaching methods, curriculum and behavior management as emerging trends are incorporated.
• Responds quickly to support the teacher in maintaining a safe environment.
• As assigned may provide classroom assistance as needed due to absence or additional needs in the classroom.

Don't panic if you lack experience. We provide paid training for all new employees so you can provide the high-quality care and services we demand for the people we serve.

Rewards And Benefits

• Start at $18.00 / hour + shift differential.
• EWA: Access your earned wages prior to Pay Day!
• Safe and enjoyable work environment.
• Affordable medical plan options, including dental and vision, start 1st of the month after hire.
• Life insurance at no cost to you for full-time staff.
• Generous employer match retirement program.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Six (6) paid holidays per year for full-time staff.
• Up to 128 hours of annual Paid Time Off after 90 days of employment for full-time staff.
• Robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• No uniforms required.
• Tattoos, body piercing, and fun colored hair are accepted.

About

Hattie Larlham is a not-for-profit disability service organization providing care and support to over 1,600 children and adults throughout Ohio. Because we believe life is sacred, Hattie Larlham enhances the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through our commitment to comfort, joy and achievement. Our compassionate and dedicated staff focuses on creating a nurturing environment in which individuals have opportunities to learn, have fun, feel safe, loved, and make choices about what happens in their lives.