Paraprofesional/Teacher Asst Certified

Hawthorne Foundation, Inc.•Hawthorne, NY

27d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Hawthorne Foundation Inc. serves children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our educational, vocational and life skills programs are only a few of the programs available. We also offer parent training, recreational activities and crisis intervention. The organization's vision is to be a regional leader in advancing opportunities for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities through innovative instruction and support grounded in applied behavior analysis and person-centered practices. The mission is to advance opportunities for people with autism and other developmental disabilities through person-centered, evidence-based practices that strengthen skills, promote autonomy, and support meaningful participation in their communities.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma/GED (must be equivocated if foreign).
NYSED Teacher Assistant Certification or willingness to become certified within 6 months of employment.
A genuine interest in teaching and willingness to motivate students to learn.
Sensitivity to the needs of all students.
A desire to acquire effective training techniques in behavior analysis programming

Nice To Haves

An Associate Degree from an accredited college or 48 credits at a 4-year accredited college is preferred.

Responsibilities

Directly responsible to specific group assignments.
Responsible for implementation of daily and weekly programs as assigned by NYSED certified teacher for each student in the assigned group.
Assist in any clerical work (i.e., daily attendance, requisitions, trip lists, graphing data).
Responsible for carrying out daily schedules as developed and planned.
Responsible for participating in in-service training, CPR, behavior analysis training programs and completing one book/quiz per month.
Instruct students in daily proper hygiene habits.
Assists in accompanying students to the medical office and off-grounds medical appointments or other services as needed.
Participates in all meal programs.
Participates in training sessions and in-service meetings.
Ensures that the program areas are kept in order.
Participates in Activities of Daily Living.
Assumes additional responsibilities when assigned to maintain the quality of care for all individuals.
Follows established HCDS policies and procedures.
Assumes additional responsibilities as stated in the attached training program.
Participates in all recreation programs.
Assures the safety and welfare of all individuals.
Assumes additional responsibilities when assigned.