Therapeutic Classroom Aide

Andrus Childrens Center; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Andrus Childrens Center in Yonkers, NY seeks a Teacher Aide to maintain a safe, therapeutic living environment for children in care at the Orchard School. This 12-month role involves close supervision, counseling, and support during the school day as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires adherence to crisis intervention standards and active participation in trainings and meetings. Hours are 8:00AM-3:45PM (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri) and 8:00AM-5:00PM on Wednesdays.

Qualifications

• Willing to train the right candidate.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to access and utilize ADP app on smartphone or other device for access to agency programs.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher in planning and preparing for daily instructions.
• Supports the teacher in delivering classroom instruction.
• Supervises children to ensure safety.
• Is flexible, supportive, and accommodating in crisis or unplanned situations.
• Knows and complies with agency standards regarding therapeutic crisis intervention and restraint.
• Provides children with appropriate supervision at all times.
• Adheres to school programming plan and routines.
• Provides guidance and assistance needed to help children maintain their clothing, personal hygiene and personal possessions in a neat, clean, and orderly way.
• Remains positively engaged with children at all times, throughout the workday.
• Demonstrates understanding of the child’s challenges and the role the Teacher Aide plays in the child’s treatment plan.
• Actively participates in team discussions and cooperates to follow through on plans.
• Completes all paperwork requirements clearly, accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Attends meetings and trainings as required.
• Performs other duties necessary to ensure to smooth functioning of the classroom and school.
• Supports overall strategic plan of the organization
• Ability to adhere to our organizations core values and commitments.

Skills

Willing to train

Oral and written communication

ADP app access

Job description

Andrus Childrens Center in Yonkers, NY seeks a Teacher Aide to maintain a safe, therapeutic living environment for children in care at the Orchard School. This 12-month role involves close supervision, counseling, and support during the school day as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires adherence to crisis intervention standards and active participation in trainings and meetings. Hours are 8:00AM-3:45PM (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri) and 8:00AM-5:00PM on Wednesdays.