Instructional Assistant

Lexington School for the Deaf•New York, NY

About The Position

Under the direction of School Principals, the Instructional Assistant works with teachers in all departments to provide support for and reinforce classroom objectives for effective student learning; and help maintain a positive learning environment ensuring students’ success in school.

Requirements

Flexible, patient, dependable; always demonstrating good judgement.
Able to perform job functions with attention to time and attendance.
Team player possessing good interactive skills.
Respond responsibly in crisis situations.
Possess a positive attitude towards students and committed to providing a positive learning environment.
Must possess New York State certification as Teaching Assistant or attain within one year of employment
Regents or Local High School Diploma, or GED required

Nice To Haves

Experience working with adolescents strongly preferred
Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL)

Responsibilities

Provide support to classroom Teacher by maintaining and monitoring students’ classroom progress and supporting a positive classroom culture and environment.
Provide one-on-one instruction/coaching to students as requested by teacher.
Assist in preparing classroom materials.
Assist in the physical care of the students and/or classroom as needed by the situation and department, including feeding, dressing, toileting, ambulation as needed.
Provide Crisis Prevention Intervention (physically restrain student when necessary to prevent harm to student, classmates and other staff members).
Escort physically limited student(s) from class to class.
Assist students with mobility.
Supervise gym area and other common areas as needed.
Lunch Duty.
Function as Teacher when a Teacher is absent.
Update students’ progress reports and other clerical duties as necessary.
Provide coverage in classes outside of the regular classroom environment; including Physical Education, Art and Dance.
Support the school’s Strategic Planning initiatives with an emphasis on strengthening the culture. Demonstrate commitment to the school purpose, vision, and mission.
Other duties as assigned.