Career Employment Classroom Instructional Assistant

Behavioral Health Associates • Lehighton, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Health Associates (BHA) is an educational organization that offers an academic learning environment integrated with behavioral support services for students diagnosed with emotional/behavioral disorders. The goal is to empower students in overcoming challenges and creating new stories for their lives. This position is for a full-time Instructional Assistant for the Career Employment Classroom.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid PA Driver's License.
• Must be punctual and reliable.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with staff and leadership team, while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Positively represent and promote BHA services to outside organizations.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team.
• Communicate effectively utilizing both written and oral communication.
• Basic computer literacy with Microsoft/Office 365 (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, etc.).
• Effectively utilize technology for communication and reporting needs.

Nice To Haves

• PA Teaching Certification.
• Experience in working with children/students.

Responsibilities

• Assist the instructor in teaching students with various education levels in the Career Employment Class, focusing on workforce success.
• Assist in planning and implementing lesson plans focused on career exploration, including researching students' career interests and outlining educational pathways.
• Support students in completing job applications, writing professional cover letters and resumes, filling out W-4 forms, and requesting/writing letters of recommendation.
• Conduct mock interviews to help students build effective interviewing skills and confidence.
• Educate students on essential workplace skills, including work ethic, professional appearance, and teamwork strategies.
• Educate students on personal finance topics such as budgeting, banking, and financial planning.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and report on academic progress.
• Provide transportation for students to and from classroom or program-related locations, as needed.
• Fill in for the classroom teacher, as needed.
• Perform Job Coach Duties, as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by school administration.

Benefits

• Full Time.
• Paid Leave for Sick and Personal Days.
• School Based Schedule.
• Days Off During School Holidays and Breaks.
• Paid Year Round.
• Choice of Two Medical Plans, Dental, Vision and Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Company Paid: Group Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement Plan with Company Match up to 3% of your Annual Salary.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED