Empowering Teaching Assistant for IEP Support and Teamwork

Birch Family Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Family Services in New York, NY seeks a Teaching Assistant to support instructional staff and students with IEP goals, daily planning, and classroom organization.

The role collaborates with teachers, participates in interdisciplinary meetings, and helps maintain documentation and a positive learning environment. Strong communication and reliability are essential. Experience in early childhood preferred; NYS TA certification required.

Qualifications

• Communication, Oral - ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Conceptual Thinking - ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.
• Interpersonal - ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Relationship Building - ability to build relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Reliability - dependable and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher in all activities to support student attainment of IEP goals and daily program planning.
• Follow the Teacher's instructions, model expected behaviors, and integrate input from interdisciplinary teams.
• Supervise the class during the Teacher's absence and participate in team meetings and school activities.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and submit required paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Develop open communication with team, parents, supervisors, and outside agencies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Reliability

Team Building

Self-evaluation

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

New York State TA Certification (Level I/II/III)

Job description

Birch Family Services in New York, NY seeks a Teaching Assistant to support instructional staff and students with IEP goals, daily planning, and classroom organization.

The role collaborates with teachers, participates in interdisciplinary meetings, and helps maintain documentation and a positive learning environment. Strong communication and reliability are essential. Experience in early childhood preferred; NYS TA certification required.