Therapeutic Classroom Assistant

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging environment

Growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical plan

401k with company match

Generous paid time off

Free meals

Job summary

Universal Health Services (Hermitage Hall, a UHS company) is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support teachers in supervising and instructing students in a psychiatric residential treatment setting for children and youth in Hermitage Hall, near Nashville. The role involves clerical tasks, meeting special health care needs, and developing daily living and behavioral skills.

Strong candidates will have an associate degree (bachelor's preferred), be at least 21, and hold a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid Driver's License
• Paraprofessional Licensure/Certificate preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans under supervision.
• Provide behavior support to the teacher.
• Performs record keeping and clerical functions.
• Assist with positive rewards.
• Maintains student records including student point sheets/grades when substituting or assisting.
• Assist teachers with implementation of lesson plans.

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Universal Health Services (Hermitage Hall, a UHS company) is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support teachers in supervising and instructing students in a psychiatric residential treatment setting for children and youth in Hermitage Hall, near Nashville. The role involves clerical tasks, meeting special health care needs, and developing daily living and behavioral skills.

Strong candidates will have an associate degree (bachelor's preferred), be at least 21, and hold a valid driver's license.