Teacher Assistant (Level 1)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Direct Deposit

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous PTO Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Awards

Employee Appreciation Events

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Upstate Caring Partners is seeking a Teacher Assistant to aid in classroom activities and lesson planning in Utica, NY. You will support individuals in daily ADL care, implement IEP goals, maintain records, and collaborate with the teaching team to ensure safety and quality service.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, NYS TA Level I certification or equivalent, and a NYS driver’s license. Travel is required; strong teamwork and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Certification or documentation proving NYS TA Level I or meeting NYSED requirements is required.
• A NYS classroom teacher’s certificate is acceptable.
• Maintain valid Level I Teacher Assistant Certification is required.
• Travel is required with a valid NYS driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Aid in coordinating individual and group activities in the classroom in line with IEP goals and plans.
• Contribute to lesson planning.
• Provide individual and group instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Implement the students’ IEPs, lesson plans, and behavior plans.
• Assist in planning and implementing classroom activities.
• Maintain records and charts.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and committees as needed.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and communicates information effectively.
• Promote safety and well-being of the individuals supported.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NYS Teaching Assistant Level I certification / NYSED requirements

NYS classroom teacher’s certificate

Maintain Valid Level I Teacher Assistant Certification

New York State driver’s license

Job description

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

Locations

Showing 1 location Armory B - Tradewinds | 1002 - 140
Utica, NY 135015405, USA +2 more locations

• Rate : $18.50 USD per hour
• Education
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: TEACH007608

Description

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 Reimbursement
• Service 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.

Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting.

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