Instructional Aides

Educational Services Commission of New Jersey•Piscataway, NJ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Future Foundations Academy is a public school for students ages 12 to 21 with autism spectrum disorders. This is a ten (10) month position for an Instructional Aide. The aide will report to the Educational Services Site Administrator and will provide students with a positive atmosphere and environment in which to learn. The aide will assist the teacher in taking care of the physical and emotional needs of the student.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Submit to and pass a criminal background check
Submit to and pass a physical examination within 30 days of employment
Knowledge of child growth and development
Demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities in all academic areas
Demonstrated attitude for successful completion of tasks assigned
Good communication skills: verbal, written and listening in order to properly follow procedures as per student IEPs
Knowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate intervention practices

Nice To Haves

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities

Assist in providing a school atmosphere that promotes positive psychosocial development and provides constructive learning experiences.
Establish oneself as a positive influence in the school's climate and culture.
Demonstrate ability to work in collaboration with students, faculty, parents, coworkers and administration.
Maintain ongoing communication with classroom teacher(s) and administration.
Data Collection as determined by student IEP's.
Assist the classroom teacher(s) and administration with non-teaching duties including but not limited to; assisting students with various projects, crafts, and curriculum tasks, assisting students in bus transportation, management and supervision of students, clerical work and maintaining an environment which is conducive to learning.
Attend trainings, meetings and special programs as required.
Adhere to all published school policies and regulations, including those which pertain to employees' attendance, work invoices, confidentiality of information, supervision of students and safety.
Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Building Principal or Program Administrator.