School Behavior Support Teaching Assistant

ST ANNE INSTITUTE•Albany, NY

4h•$0 - $20

About The Position

The School Behavior Support Teaching Assistant works under the direction of the Director of Education to maintain student safety, security, supervision, and orderly movement in hallways, stairwells, grounds, and common areas throughout the school day. The role supports school programs by implementing Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) practices and de-escalation strategies, responding to crisis situations, managing the school environment during recreation and transitions, communicating safety concerns, and supervising students as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Attention to detail.
Patience to handle difficult situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a school setting with a diverse population.

Responsibilities

Implement Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) practices and de-escalation strategies across school programs.
Assist in crisis situations in accordance with the TCI model.
Maintain the safety of school areas by managing the environment during recreation periods, between classes, and when routines change.
Secure students in the building and, when safety permits, search the area for a student who leaves without permission.
Communicate safety concerns and other observations to staff in a timely manner.
Assist with student transitions into and out of school programs.
Plan and assist with student transitions into and out of the school program, ensuring students arrive and are dismissed in an orderly fashion and are accounted for.
Supervise students on the units and at outside appointments when needed.