Teacher's Aide - Whitestone Day School - QSAC Education

Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC), Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Teacher's Aide - Whitestone Day School - QSAC Education

Job Category: Education/Early Intervention

The starting rate for this position is $16.00 USD Hourly or higher, based on experience and education. However, it is highly encouraged to obtain your TA-1 Certification to be promoted to a Teacher Assistant position. Once certification is completed, your hourly rate will increase to $20.00 hourly. The school will assist and guide you on your path to certification.

This position requires you to work with individuals on the Autism Spectrum between the ages of 5-21 years old.

Mission: QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.

Job Summary: QSAC is seeking dedicated and energetic Teacher's Aide, who provides direct instructional services to students under the general supervision of a New York State certified teacher. The role focuses on one-on-one or small group instruction as outlined by the supervising teacher. Teaching Assistants support students’ recreation, motor, vocational, socialization and communication, leisure and motor skills through the use of behavior analytic teaching procedures.

Additional job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Guiding and assisting students in various instruction settings and class routines.
• Under teacher direction, implementing student's Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention plans (when applicable).

Work Experience and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• 1-2 years’ work experience in a school setting is preferred.
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others and individuals served.

QSAC has terrific benefits that go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.

• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff).
• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff) starting with 20+ days annually.
• Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff).
• 403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match (for FT staff).
• Access to BCBA, CEUs and CTLE credits.

*Employee costs listed are based on individual coverage.

* We adhere to all strict COVID guidelines at all of our programs and sites.

Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

To quick apply: please send resume to [e-mail].