Teacher Assistant - Special Education (ELC, The Grace and Carter Schools)

Meeting Street•Providence, RI

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference in children’s lives? Join the team at Meeting Street, a special place of learning where children of all abilities have the opportunities to reach their fullest potential. Meeting Street is currently looking for a Teacher Assistant for 37 hours per week.

Requirements

High school or general equivalency diploma.
Completion of a Teacher Assistant Pre-Employment Training Program approved by the RI Department of Education and passage of the ParaPro Assessment, or ability to obtain.
Work environment and physical requirements consistent with those of a school.
Utilize the computer (10-20%) of the time and other office equipment.
Sit, stand, and walk continuously throughout the workday.
Bend, stoop, squat, push and pull (50-75% of the time).
Lift, push, pull up to 35 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with the assistance of another staff member or adaptive equipment.
Kneel and reach above shoulder level occasionally (1-33% of the time).
Physically able to position physical/occupational therapy equipment, splints, etc.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Teacher Assistant in another state.
Associate or bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Assists teacher in supporting the continuous implementation of skills and goals associated with students’ educational, functional, and therapeutic needs as dictated in their Individual Education Plan (IEP).
Provides individual and small group instruction to meet the needs of students under the supervision of a special education teacher.
Supports career exploration, work experience, and job skills development at community-based learning sites.
Utilizes and maintains a wide variety of technology and assistive communication devices for students.
Assists in the development and implementation of vocational routines (onsite and offsite), community service projects, and special events.
Implements equipment, sensory, mobility, and self-care plans (toileting) per students’ needs.
Assists teachers and therapists in maintaining appropriate data and records (i.e., attendance, progress monitoring data, alternate assessment data, etc.).
Maintains and cares for all classroom/school equipment.
Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day.
Actively seeks and participates in ongoing professional development as offered by the school or independently.
Assists in the evacuation of children and clients during fire drills and other emergencies.