Teacher Assistant (Level 1)

Upstate Caring Partners; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct Deposit

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and

Job summary

Upstate Caring Partners is seeking a Teacher Assistant in Utica, NY to support classroom activities and assist with lesson planning under supervision. The role involves implementing IEPs, delivering instruction, and maintaining accurate records while promoting safety for individuals served.

The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and NYS TA Level I certification (or equivalent) with travel required to support programs across the agency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid NYS TA Level I certification or equivalent documentation.
• Maintain Valid Level I Teacher Assistant Certification and NYS teaching credentials.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom activities aligned with IEP goals.
• Contribute to lesson planning and deliver instruction under supervision.
• Ensure safety and well-being of individuals supported.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate progress to the team.
• Assist with daily ADL care and documentation for care plans.

Skills

Communication

Classroom support

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NYS Teaching Assistant Level I certification

NYS classroom teacher’s certificate

Tools

Record-keeping tools

Job description

Armory B - Tradewinds | 1002 - 140
Utica, NY 135015405, USA

The Teacher Assistant is responsible to aid with classroom activities, contribute to lesson planning, provide instruction, pursue individual IEP’s, provide daily ADL care, assist the team in planning activities, maintain accurate & timely records and charts and participate in Agency activities.

Core Responsibilities

• Aid in coordinating individual and group activities in the classroom in line with IEP goals and plans, act as back-up in absence of the teacher.
• Contribute to lesson planning.
• Provide individual and group instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Implement the students’ IEP’s, lesson plans, and behavior plans.
• Assist the team in planning and implementation of classroom activities.
• Maintain records and charts.
• Participate in activities as part of the classroom team that may include meetings, trainings, and committees.
• Ensure that documentation is accurate and effectively communicates information.
• Promote and oversee the safety and well-being of the individuals’ we support through use of written, verbal procedures, safety equipment and awareness of any potential dangers.
• Attend to personal, self-care and other program needs that the people we support cannot independently accomplish.
• Keep the nursing team advised of medical and dietary concerns.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• The employee must posses one of the following:
• A valid NYS Teaching Assistant Level I certification or documentation verifying that all requirements have been met and submitted to NYSED Office of Teaching.
• A valid NYS classroom teacher’s certificate
• Must Maintain Valid Level I Teacher Assistant Certification
• Travel is required. Must have a valid New York State driver’s license.

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
• Tuition ReimbursementService Awards
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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