1:1 Teachers Aide

About the position

The position involves supporting a school-age child with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) to achieve the goals set by the student's teacher and related services team. The role includes assisting in the implementation of individualized goals, following policies and procedures for care and safety, and providing personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs). The employee will motivate the student to participate in interactions, provide support during therapy sessions, and ensure the health and safety of the student in various settings. Responsibilities also include feeding the student, assisting in emergencies, and performing other assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Supports a school-age child with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) as they work to achieve the goals set by the student's teacher and related services team.
• Assists in the implementation of student's individualized goals specific to areas of instructional and therapeutic focus.
• Follows all appropriate policies and procedures relating to the care and safety of assigned student.
• Assists student with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs), including toileting and diapering.
• Supports student in achieving their greatest level of independent functioning by observing behavior and following prescribed plans.
• Motivates student to participate in individual and group interactions to develop interpersonal, social and communication skills.
• Provides support for student in daily therapy and/or related service sessions.
• Ensures the health and safety of students receiving supports in the community.
• Provides appropriate social and behavioral supports for student in all settings.
• Ensures that the student is fed appropriately throughout the day.
• Assists in the evacuation of the facility in the event of an emergency.
• Performs all other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or its educational equivalent.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for working with children with disabilities.
• Ability to remain calm and exercise good judgement in stressful situations.
• Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs.
• Basic computer skills, including email and utilizing Workday.
• Ability to meet essential physical demands of position.

Nice-to-haves

• At least one (1) year of experience working with school-aged children with I/DD in a special education classroom or similar setting.

Benefits

• $17.25/Hour to $17.25/Hour
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical and dental insurance (with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision)
• Paid Time Off and School Holidays
• 403(b) retirement with employer match
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more!