Teacher Assistant - CARES School

Devereux • Downingtown, PA

1d • $41,600 - $47,424 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to work with children within educational environment that is focused on the most current treatment interventions in the area of Autism? Do you want to join a multi-disciplinary team with a strengths-based approach, emphasizing applied behavior analysis and positive behavior supports?
Being a Teacher Assistant at Devereux has its advantages!
As a Teacher Assistant you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need.
Every day as a Teacher Assistant you will....
Ensure student safety
Assist in establishing classroom environments that is conducive to maximum learning by maintaining structure and guiding students to socially appropriate behaviors
Work with the Special Education Teachers to implement skill acquisition and behavioral reduction programs individually and in small groups
Perform ongoing data collection and record keeping as directed by Special Education Teacher
Support and reinforce PBIS goals and objectives
Devereux Center for Autism Research and Education Services (CARES) is an educational program licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education that provides services to students, ages 5 to 21, diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. CARES provides an environment that focuses on teaching each student based on his or her unique strengths and needs. Programming is focused on increasing independence for each student.
Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.
Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.
At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.
We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and/or behavior disorders preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure student safety
• Assist in establishing classroom environments that is conducive to maximum learning by maintaining structure and guiding students to socially appropriate behaviors
• Work with the Special Education Teachers to implement skill acquisition and behavioral reduction programs individually and in small groups
• Perform ongoing data collection and record keeping as directed by Special Education Teacher
• Support and reinforce PBIS goals and objectives

Benefits

• Shift: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm (52 week year round position)
• Compensation: $41,600 - $47, 424 annually (based upon experience)
• Training, growth and development opportunities
• BENEFIT ELIGIBILITY AFTER 30 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT (1st day of the 30 days) mydevereuxbenefits.org
• ASCEND - Career Accelerator Program
• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees