Teacher Assistant (37264)

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center; North Bailey (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center is seeking a full-time Teacher Assistant at the Sweet Home location in Amherst, NY 14226. This 12-month position offers an hourly salary range of $18.15 to $23.14.

You will organize developmentally appropriate activities under the teacher's direction, reinforce goals, and attend to individual needs, while following site procedures. Requirements: High School Diploma, at least 2 years in Early Childhood settings, and Teacher Assistant and CPI certifications;

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years working as an aide/assistant in an Early Childhood Setting.
• Teacher Assistant Certification, CPI Certification.
• High School Diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Organize and implement developmentally appropriate lessons.
• Reinforce educational goals.
• Attend to the individual needs of the children.
• Follow busing and breakfast/lunch program procedures.
• Participate in planning meetings and maintain a safe classroom.
• Adhere to site policies and complete required trainings.

Skills

Behavior management

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Sweet Home - Amherst, NY 14226, Position Type: Full Time, 12 Month, Salary Range: $18.15 - $23.14 Hourly, We are looking for a full-time Teacher Assistant to join us at our Sweet Home location in Amherst.

Essential Functions:

• Organizing and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson and activities under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Reinforcing educational goals.
• Attending to the individual needs of the children.
• Following busing and breakfast/lunch program procedures.
• Attend and participate in all weekly/monthly planning meetings
• Maintain a healthy, safe, and organized classroom environment
• Follow the site specific policies and procedures related to bus duty to safely escort children to and from their classrooms.
• Strictly follow the guidelines and codes of conduct for all BHSC staff, which includes all mandatory meetings, training and procedures as stated in the employee handbook.
• Any other duty as requested by your supervisor

Skills:

• Strong Early Childhood behavior management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and general computer skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Qualifications:

Skills:

• Strong Early Childhood behavior management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and general computer skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Competencies:

• Respect
• Integrity
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Optimism

Education:

Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma

Experience:

Minimum Experience Required: At least 2 years working as an aide/assistant in an Early Childhood Setting

Required License/Registration/ Certification:

Teacher Assistant Certification, CPI Certification

Physical Requirements:

• Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running.
• Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements.
• Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.