Teacher Assistant: Inclusive Classroom Support

Birch-Family-Services,-Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Family Services seeks a dedicated teaching assistant to support instructional activities and IEP goals. You will assist in daily program planning, organize the classroom environment, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective language facilitation and behavior management.

You will participate in meetings, maintain documentation, and assist in supervising the class during brief Teacher absences.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certification: NYS Teaching Assistant Certification (Levels I-III) required or in process.
• Experience in early childhood preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher in activities to support IEP goals and daily program planning.
• Model and follow Teacher instructions and integrate interdisciplinary input.
• Supervise class in Teacher's absence and participate in team/department meetings.

Skills

Oral communication

Conceptual thinking

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Reliability

Team building

Flexibility

Tolerance

Education

High school diploma or GED

New York State Teaching Assistant Certification (Levels I-III)

Job description

Birch Family Services seeks a dedicated teaching assistant to support instructional activities and IEP goals. You will assist in daily program planning, organize the classroom environment, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective language facilitation and behavior management.

You will participate in meetings, maintain documentation, and assist in supervising the class during brief Teacher absences.