Teacher Aide

KidsPeace; Orefield (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Tuition assistance & student loan forg

Comprehensive benefits

Two week paid training program

Professional growth

Supportive environment

Job summary

KidsPeace is seeking Teacher Aides for immediate openings in our Residential program in Orefield, PA. The Teacher Aide assists the teacher with instructional planning and delivering instructional systems and therapeutic plans, and provides morning residential assistance and supervision during transport.

We offer generous PTO, tuition assistance and student loan forgiveness, comprehensive benefits, a two-week paid training program, and ongoing professional growth in a collaborative, compassionate

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Pursuit of an Associate/Bachelor's Degree in Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred, but not required.
• Assist the Teacher with instructional planning and implementation, keeping records, setting up activities, and any other duties deemed necessary by the teacher.
• Support implementation of the behavior modification system and provide crisis prevention techniques within the classroom. Provide supervision whenever necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and delivering instructional systems and therapeutic treatment plans for school-age children.
• Provide morning Residential assistance and supervision during morning and afternoon transportation.

Skills

Classroom support

Instructional planning

Record keeping

Crisis prevention

Student supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate/Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field preferred but not required

Job description

KidsPeace - Residential Education Program | Orefield, PA

What We Offer

• Generous PTO
• Tuition assistance & student loan forgiveness options
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• Two week paid training program
• Professional growth: ongoing development, training opportunities, and structured career pathways.
• Supportive environment: a collaborative and compassionate team culture.

KidsPeace is seeking Teacher Aides for immediate openings within our Residential program located in Orefield, PA. The Teacher Aide is responsible for providing overall assistance to the teacher by assisting in designing and delivering instructional systems and therapeutic treatment plans for school-age children. The Teacher Aide is also responsible to provide morning Residential assistance and supervision of students during morning and afternoon transportation.

Full-time, Monday through Friday

• 7:00AM - 3:00PM

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Pursuant of an Associate/Bachelor's Degree in Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred, but not required.
• Assist the Teacher with instructional planning and implementation, keeping records, setting up activities, and any other duties deemed necessary by the teacher.
• Support implementation of the behavior modification system and provide crisis prevention techniques within the classroom. Provide supervision whenever necessary.

About Us

KidsPeace is a private charity committed to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have provided psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment, accredited educational programs, and foster care services. Our culture is rooted in compassion, creativity, collaboration, and a dedication to providing hope and healing.