TEACHER ASSISTANT - CERTIFIED (Sea Cliff, NY)

SCO Family of Services • Village of Sea Cliff, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher Assistant - Certified will be responsible for supervising students, maintaining classroom routines, and actively participating in the classroom team. This role involves assisting the teacher in planning activities, preparing materials, and ensuring a clean and orderly classroom environment. The assistant will model appropriate behavior, follow student-specific plans (like BIPs), and document data. They will also assist students with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), implement IEP goal programs, and follow program initiatives such as PBIS and PECS. Additional duties include accompanying students on field trips and community experiences, and potentially driving agency vehicles. The position requires adherence to all SCO agency policies and procedures, as well as program-specific guidelines.

Requirements

• High school Diploma
• Acceptable background clearance from NY State Central Registrar
• NYS Teacher Assistant Certification required.
• Must be certified in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and must attend TCI-DD refresher training every 6 months as a condition of employment.
• Required to attend and complete all trainings as assigned as per regulation and job specific requirement (i.e. Mandated reporter training, HIPAA, Justice Center).
• Must obtain an annual physical and PPD as per requirement.
• Valid NYS license (for driving agency vehicles).

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with the DD population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the supervision of students and help to maintain a consistent engaging classroom routine.
• Be an active member of the classroom team, bringing program suggestions, ideas, concerns, etc. to the teacher’s attention.
• Follow the schedules and assignments as coordinated by the teacher.
• Assist in planning activities, prepping materials, and maintaining a clean orderly classroom environment.
• Model appropriate behavior for students and demonstrate positive work ethics and attitudes.
• Follow all student-specific plans such as BIPs and management strategies and document data.
• Assist students with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) throughout the school day (i.e. feeding, grooming, toileting).
• Implementing IEP goal programs and documenting data.
• Follow program initiatives such as PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and supports) and PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System).
• Accompany students on field trips, community experiences, and seasonal activities (i.e. Pool, playground).
• Drive agency vehicles for outings as appropriate (with valid NYS license and approval).
• Other duties as designated by the Principal or Assistant Principal.
• Relate to students, families, and colleagues in a friendly and cooperative manner.
• Treat everyone with respect and uphold dignity at all times.
• Welcome and assist new staff members in learning school wide and student specific programs/curriculum.
• Always focus on creating positive outcomes and have a clear understanding of the complex needs of the student population.
• Complete situation reports, restraint forms, accident/incident reports etc. as required in a timely manner.
• Maintain their professional development record per NYS certification requirements and attend all assigned trainings in LMS (Learning Management System).
• Follow guidelines for building security and parking regulations.
• Participate in fire drills and other emergency drills, ensuring student supervision and oversight at all times.
• Care for the equipment and supplies used by the students including securing electronic devices, keeping materials organized and stored appropriately, and recommending purchases of supplies as per purchasing and ordering procedures.

Benefits

• 11 weeks of paid time off, covering major school holidays and additional observances such as Jewish holidays, Lunar New Year, and Juneteenth.
• 6-week summer program (July–August), followed by 2 weeks of paid time off before the new school year starts.
• 4 Staff Development Days when students are not in attendance.
• Health benefits through SCO Family of Services, including Aetna and VisionMed.

What This Job Offers

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