Teacher Assistant - Amherst

The Summit Center; Getzville, Town of Amherst, New York (NY, NY, NY); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!)

Up to 12 days of paid time off

14–16 paid holidays annually

Potential for annual raises and profit sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Health, dental, vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)

Employee Assistance Program: Free mental health counseling, childcare referrals, access to legal services

Job summary

A leading provider of educational services is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant in Town of Amherst to support students with IEPs and assist teachers in delivering effective instruction. The role requires a high school diploma and prior experience working with children. This position offers a competitive pay rate of $22.00/hour, along with generous benefits including paid time off, health insurance, and tuition reimbursement. Join a compassionate team committed to making a difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Support instruction and fulfill IEP mandates.
• Assist teacher with lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Communicate effectively with home-school partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction and fulfillment of IEP mandates.
• Implement and monitor individual lesson plans.
• Conduct classroom activities that assist skill development.

Skills

Team Player

Enthusiastic

Detail Oriented

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of experience working in a classroom/educational setting

One year of experience working with children

Job description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day

Position: Teacher Assistant

Pay: $22.00/hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 37.5 hrs./week

The Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.

Why Work With Us?

• Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!)
• Up to 12 days of paid time off
• 14–16 paid holidays annually
• Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)
• Employee Assistance Program: Free mental health counseling, free childcare referrals, access to legal services

Your Impact as a Teacher Assistant

The Teacher Assistant supports the delivery of instruction and ensures fulfillment of IEP mandates by assisting with lesson plans, data collection, and classroom activities. They help with implementing established behavior plans, home-school communication, and have the ability to assume teacher responsibilities as needed.

• Assist in instruction and fulfillment of IEP mandates
• Ability to assume teacher responsibilities
• Assist teacher to implement and monitor individual lesson plans, data collection and charting systems
• Assist in conducting classroom activities that enhance opportunity to develop skills in areas of need
• Assist with routine classroom functions
• Assist with home-school communication
• Assist with all required paperwork to be completed
• Ability to travel to satellite locations upon request
• Adheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect
• Adheres to the Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time Off
• Maintain strict confidentiality

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience working in a classroom/educational setting
• One year of experience working with children

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: New York State Teaching Assistant Certificate or New York State Teaching Certificate (if you do not currently possess the certificate, you must obtain it within six months of hire)

At The Summit Center, you’ll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference.

Apply now to become a #DifferenceMaker!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience working in a classroom/educational setting
• One year of experience working with children

Certifications

• New York State Teaching Assistant Certificate or New York State Teaching Certificate (must obtain within six months of hire)

Preferred Qualifications

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer
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