Teacher Assistant (special needs program)

Vista Del Mar•Los Angeles, CA

19h•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher Assistant – Non-Public School (NPS) - Vista School is responsible for assisting the teacher in developing and carrying out curriculum and behavior modification systems for emotionally disturbed children/adolescents.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree is required
Ability to hear and verbally communicate with others.
Ability to interrupt physical altercations among students and administer CPR/First Aid.
BA required - 30 days to receive credentials.

Nice To Haves

Experience with emotionally disturbed/autistic children and adolescents preferred.
Some classrooms or recreational experience preferred.
May be required to obtain a Class B driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Assisting the teacher in developing and carrying out curriculum and behavior modification systems for emotionally disturbed children/adolescents.
Adhering to standards of professionalism, including being on time, signing in/out, and checking in with the supervisor for daily briefing.
Presenting a positive attitude toward work by demonstrating effort and initiative.
Working effectively with the teacher and other school staff by maintaining effective communication regarding students and other work-related matters.
Assisting to maintain consistent behavior management programs and matters related to academic curriculum.
Demonstrating an understanding of the Special Education population and continuing to develop skills and knowledge in working with Special Education students.
Attending required meetings, in-services, and trainings for continued professional growth.
Relating to co-workers professionally and helping to maintain staff morale.
Handling anger appropriately and not engaging in power struggles.
Modeling appropriate behavior expected of staff and students.
Establishing and maintaining clear and appropriate physical and verbal boundaries with students.
Maintaining the confidentiality of every student.
Being timely, accurate, and inclusive in documentation, including submission of UOR’s and Incident Reports.
Collecting data for Treatment Plan Reviews, NPS Progress Reports, and other student-related data.
Assisting the teacher in assembling reports.
Consistently and accurately maintaining Class Attendance Record, Student Store information, confidential student files/documents, and other classroom files.
Issuing and completing point sheets.
Ordering and maintaining inventory of classroom supplies and forms/documents needed.
Providing daily communication forms with necessary staff when needed.
Writing in a neat and professional manner.
Demonstrating competency in instructional areas.
Driving will be required on occasions.