Teaching Assistant: Empower Inclusive Learning

Center for Disability Services, Inc.; Town of Queensbury (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Early Access to Pay with RAIN

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Center for Disability Services in Queensbury, NY is seeking Teaching Assistants to support instructional activities and student care in our Prospect Center school.

You will assist with daily living activities, follow behavioral plans, and collaborate with therapists to help students achieve their goals. Requirements include a high school diploma, ability to lift 50 pounds, and obtaining NYS Teaching Assistant Certification within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; college credits preferred.
• Will be required to obtain NYS Teaching Assistant Certification within one year of hire
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Assists in instructional activities as directed by the teacher, including direct instruction of students
• May assume responsibility for class when teacher is absent/unavailable
• Follows mobility, dining and direct care protocols as directed by the teacher or therapist
• Assists with management needs of students, including activities of daily living
• Carries out therapeutic goals within classroom activities in conjunction with the therapist
• Follows behavioral plans/interventions for assigned students
• Communicates student information to supervisor and team members, may communicate with parents
• Participates in classroom dining program
• Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Job description

Center for Disability Services in Queensbury, NY is seeking Teaching Assistants to support instructional activities and student care in our Prospect Center school.

You will assist with daily living activities, follow behavioral plans, and collaborate with therapists to help students achieve their goals. Requirements include a high school diploma, ability to lift 50 pounds, and obtaining NYS Teaching Assistant Certification within one year of hire.