Teaching Assistant Special Education

The Faison Center; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Faison Center is seeking a Teaching Assistant for their Richmond campus. The role involves providing instruction and support to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities. Candidates should have a high school diploma, with an associate or bachelor degree preferred. The position offers opportunities for training and advancement within a supportive environment focused on improving lives.

Benefits

Paid instructional breaks

Sick and Vacation accruals

Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement

Healthcare, dental, vision

403B retirement with employer contributions

Employee discount sites

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Experience with cognitive and physical disabilities is valuable.
• Strong desire to make a difference is most important.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small group instruction.
• Support students in recreational and physical activities.
• Assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Instruction

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor degree

Job description

Job Description

Knowing you are changing the world, even if it’s just for one person, is incredibly rewarding – at The Faison Center it happens daily. We spend our days creating life-changing opportunities for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. As a Teaching Assistant working in our Richmond campus, you are part of the educational staff responsible for implementing instructional and communication-development activities throughout the day, assessing progress, and supporting key skills for growth.

Do you aspire to help children who have developmental challenges? Are you interested in becoming a teacher? What about a clinician specializing in behavioral health? If so, then The Faison Center is the place for you. The Faison Center is a nationally recognized leader in the field of Autism, renowned for training and investing in our employees. If you have a BS or BA degree or related experience, Faison is the place for you. Join an industry-leading organization that values its employees, provides opportunities, and promotes work-life balance.

Benefits for Full-time Staff:

• Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm.
• Paid instructional breaks throughout the year (approximately 28 days).
• Sick and Vacation accruals.
• Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement for college coursework in an approved field of study.
• Healthcare, dental, vision, 403B retirement with employer contributions for qualified employees, and other insurances.
• Employee discount sites – athletic clubs, movies, merchandise, bulk stores, etc., via Working Advantage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Multiple paths and opportunities for advancement.

Job Summary:

We will train you to perform all necessary duties when working with students, including:

• Providing instruction (one-on-one or small group) and teaching new skills in various environments.
• Facilitating participation in recreational and physical education activities.
• Supporting students during off-campus community activities.
• Collecting data to measure student progress.
• Collaborating with a team to help students meet educational and life goals.
• Assisting with activities of daily living, including hygiene and toileting support.
• Supporting individuals who may display disruptive, aggressive, or self-injurious behaviors.

#ZRRequirements:

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or Bachelor degree preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities is valuable, but a strong desire to make a difference is most important.

At The Faison Center, our mission is to give children and adults with autism and related challenges the best opportunity to improve their lives through evidence-based practices. We provide world-class services and programs through our unique lifespan model, offering enriching opportunities from early diagnosis to adulthood. We are committed to improving the lives of those we serve at every stage.