Pre-School Teacher Assistant (Level 1)

Upstate Caring Partners; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant to enhance classroom activities and support students' learning. In this role, you will contribute to lesson planning, provide individual and group instruction, and implement IEPs to ensure each student's success. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow and learn, while making a meaningful impact on students' lives. With competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement matching, and generous paid time off, this is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about education and empowering individuals to reach their full potential.

Benefits

Direct Deposit

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous PTO Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Awards

Employee Appreciation Events

Employee Referral Bonus $1,500!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must maintain valid Level I Teacher Assistant Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating individual and group activities in the classroom.
• Implement students’ IEPs and maintain accurate documentation.
• Promote student safety and assist with self-care needs.

Skills

First Aid

CPR Certification

Behavior Management

Instructional Support

Education

High School Diploma

NYS Teaching Assistant Level I Certification

NYS Classroom Teacher's Certificate

Job description

The Teacher Assistant is responsible to provide assistance with classroom activities, contribute to lesson planning, provide instruction, pursue individual IEP’s, assist the team in planning activities, maintain records and charts and participate in Agency activities.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in coordinating individual and group activities in the classroom; act as back-up in absence of the teacher.
• Contribute to lesson planning.
• Provide individual and group instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Implement the students’ IEP’s, lesson plans, and behavior plans.
• Assist the team in planning and implementation of classroom activities.
• Maintain records and charts.
• Ensure that documentation is accurate and effectively communicates information.
• Promote and oversee the safety and well-being of the students through use of written, verbal procedures, safety equipment and awareness of any potential dangers.
• Attend to personal, self-care and other program needs that the students cannot independently accomplish.
• Keep the nursing team advised of medical and dietary concerns.
• Assist students in the development of appropriate behavioral, social, money management, and hygiene skills necessary to reach their highest level of independence.
• Must be able to complete and maintain First Aid, CPR certification and or other trainings required by OCFS and/or Agency policy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• The employee must possess one of the following:
• A valid NYS Teaching Assistant Level I certification or documentation verifying requirements have been met and submitted to NYSED Office of Teaching.
• A valid NYS classroom teacher’s certificate.
• Must Maintain Valid Level I Teacher Assistant Certification

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

Benefits:

• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus $1,500!

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting: upstatecpjobs.org