Teacher Assistant (37264)

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center • Amherst, NY

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About The Position

We are looking for a full-time Teacher Assistant at the Sweet Home location in Amherst. Under the supervision of a certified teacher, the Teacher Assistant supports classroom instruction by working with individual students or groups on special instructional projects, providing teachers with information about students, helping students use instructional resources, assisting with the development of instructional materials, and supporting instructional programs.

The role involves organizing and implementing developmentally appropriate lessons and activities under the direction of the classroom teacher, reinforcing educational goals, and attending to children’s individual needs. The Teacher Assistant follows procedures for busing and the breakfast/lunch program, participates in planning meetings, and maintains a healthy, safe, and organized classroom. The position also requires following site-specific bus-duty procedures, BHSC staff guidelines and codes of conduct, and mandatory meeting, training, and employee-handbook procedures. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least 2 years of experience working as an aide or assistant in an Early Childhood setting.
• Teacher Assistant Certification.
• CPI Certification.
• Strong Early Childhood behavior management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and general computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize and implement developmentally appropriate lessons and activities under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Reinforce educational goals.
• Attend to the individual needs of children.
• Follow busing and breakfast/lunch program procedures.
• Attend and participate in weekly and monthly planning meetings.
• Maintain a healthy, safe, and organized classroom environment.
• Follow site-specific bus-duty policies and procedures to safely escort children to and from their classrooms.
• Follow BHSC staff guidelines and codes of conduct, including mandatory meetings, training, and procedures stated in the employee handbook.
• Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.
• Under the supervision of a certified teacher, work with individual students or groups on special instructional projects.
• Provide teachers with information about students.
• Assist students in using instructional resources.
• Assist teachers in developing instructional materials and instructional programs.

What This Job Offers

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