Special Education Teaching Assistant

Eden Autism; Princeton (NJ); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical and dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Eden Autism Services is seeking a Teaching Assistant in Princeton, NJ to work under the direct supervision of certified teachers, implementing instructional and behavior reduction programs for students with autism. This role supports students with daily activities, data collection, and progress monitoring within a collaborative special education team.

The position runs full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:00pm, with compensation starting at $17.05 to $25.00 per hour depending on education and

Formación

• Minimum of high school diploma.
• Bachelor’s degree or enrollment in college program preferred.
• Valid, unsuspended driver’s license required.

Responsabilidades

• Implement IEP goals using ABA-based strategies.
• Collect teaching and behavior data and maintain graphs for programs.
• Assist in arrival and dismissal of students; prepare lunches; assist with daily self-care tasks (toileting, dressing, etc.).
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
• Prepare quarterly progress reports with detailed growth summaries.

Conocimientos

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Independent judgment

Decision making

Educación

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

Special Education Teaching Assistant# Special Education Teaching AssistantHot JobPrinceton, NJ 08540## OverviewSalary Range$17.05 - $25.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull Time## Description***Enthusiastic about making a difference? Eager to take that first step toward a rewarding career you’ll love?*** Join Eden’s team as a **Teaching Assistant**, and work alongside some of the best teachers, therapists, support staff, and behavior analysts!Celebrating 50 years providing lifespan services for children and adults, Eden is a nationally recognized program specializing in the support of those with profound autism. **At Eden Autism Services, our Teaching Assistants are more than just classroom support.** They educate, encourage, collaborate, and advocate. Under direct supervision of certified teachers, our Teaching Assistants implement instructional and behavior reduction programs for students with autism. **RESPONSIBILITY SNAPSHOT*** Implementing IEP goals using ABA-based strategies. Contributing to the development of instructional and behavior management programs.* Implementation of crisis management strategies and techniques to assist in managing challenging behaviors such as *tantrums, self-injury, and/or aggression*.* Assist in arrival and dismissal of students; preparing lunches; tending to daily physical self-care needs of the students (i.e., toileting, dressing, showering, etc.).* Collecting teaching and behavior management data and maintaining graphs for all programs. Quarterly progress reports with in-depth summaries of growth and problem areas.* Attendance and participation in staff meetings and training sessions.This is a **full-time**position - Monday through Friday, 8:30am-3:00pm.Compensation starts at $17.05 per hour, dependent on Education and Experience levels.**MUST HAVES*** Minimum of high school diploma* Bachelor’s degree or enrollment in college program preferred* Valid, unsuspended driver’s license is required**Physical Abilities:*** Lift and/or move up to 50lbs.* Sit, stand, bend, squat, kneel, stretch, stoop, and/or reach above shoulder level for extended periods of time.* Pass and maintain Professional Crisis Management (PCM) certification, including implementation of all strategies and techniques.**Skills & Knowledge:*** Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.* Demonstrated ability to solve problems, exercise independent judgement, and make appropriate decisions based on established policies and procedures.**WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT EDEN*** **Benefits:** Eden offers a well-rounded benefits package including medical and dental, life insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and more.* **Growth:** In addition to tuition assistance, we have many opportunities for team building and professional development.* **Core Values:** Believe More + Do What it Takes + Work Together + Show Compassion + Be True*If you have experience in any of the following fields, we encourage you to apply:*Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Special Education, Paraprofessional, ABA Therapy, Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Behavioral Health, RBT, Behavior Technician, Direct SupportEden Autism Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Eden Autism Services is an E-Verify Employer.