Special Education Teaching Assistant – ABA & ASD

Gersh Autism; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Job summary

Academy for Young Minds (AYM), powered by Gersh Autism, seeks an experienced Teaching Assistant to join our Long Island City classrooms. This private school serves learners on the autism spectrum and offers a 12-month calendar with a full-time schedule.

Under supervision, you will assist with instruction, implement individualized activities, and support progress data collection to monitor goals. Collaboration with therapists is essential to student success.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD).
• Understanding of NYS Common Core Standards and educational needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to document progress.

Responsibilities

• Support teacher using ABA, CSP, and other strategies prioritizing student needs.
• Create a positive learning environment and display student work.
• Maintain safe classrooms and assist with lesson planning and adaptations.
• Modify materials for effective learning and track student progress.
• Support IEPs and BIPs, administer assessments, and collaborate with therapists.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and school events.

Skills

ABA methodology experience

ASD understanding

Excellent communication

Education

NY State TA Certification

Tools

Database proficiency

Word processing

Job description

Academy for Young Minds (AYM), powered by Gersh Autism, seeks an experienced Teaching Assistant to join our Long Island City classrooms. This private school serves learners on the autism spectrum and offers a 12-month calendar with a full-time schedule.

Under supervision, you will assist with instruction, implement individualized activities, and support progress data collection to monitor goals. Collaboration with therapists is essential to student success.