Teacher Assistant

Mary Cariola Center • Rochester, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Mary Cariola Center is seeking a Teacher Assistant to provide instruction and instructional support to students under the direction of the Teacher. This role involves independently carrying out individualized educational and therapeutic programs, assisting with student needs, and contributing to a positive and safe educational environment. The Teacher Assistant will also support the Teacher in classroom management, staff direction, and communication with parents and caregivers.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• NYS Teacher Assistant Certification or working towards the certification and have passed the NYS Assessment of Teaching Assistant Test (NYSATAS)
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English including interpreting documents such as safety rules and policy and procedure manuals

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of experience working with youth in an educational or residential program

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and instructional support to students, under the direction of the Teacher
• Independently carry out assigned individualized educational and therapeutic programs both inside and outside the classroom (therapeutic pool program, specially designed physical education, etc.)
• Engage in any necessary lifting, moving and/or positioning tasks for students
• Facilitate improved gross motor, fine motor and range of motion skills
• Assist in creating and maintaining a positive, safe and healthy educational environment, addressing students’ health, medical and safety needs
• Interact with students in an age-appropriate manner, respecting their privacy, dignity, and confidentiality
• Assist the Teacher in ensuring that all classroom staff respectfully interact with students, staff and visitors
• Participate in creating and maintaining a positive work environment
• Effectively and appropriately interact and communicate with classroom and professional team members
• Maintain an effective level of interaction with students during transition
• Assist the Teacher in ensuring that classroom staff are actively engaged in an appropriate level of interaction with the students throughout the day
• Handle and utilize student equipment appropriately and independently, understanding the purpose and function of the equipment
• Ensure the maintenance and care of classroom, equipment and materials
• Assist in the design and development of classroom projects and instructional materials and materials including daily preparations
• Ensure the Teacher is aware of detailed, relevant information and observations concerning the students' needs, behavior, academic performance and overall running of the classroom
• Provide the Teacher with information about students that will assist the Teacher in the development of appropriate learning experiences
• Implement and direct classroom programs/activities with individual, small and large groups of students
• In the absence of the Teacher, support the Substitute Teacher to ensure effective classroom programming (implementation of programs, direction of classroom staff, decisions regarding staff assignments, complete daily/weekly records, etc.)
• Participate in the training and direction of Paraprofessionals, Substitute Aides and Classroom Volunteers
• Communicate appropriately with parents and caregivers
• Carry out any other classroom related activities
• Provide behavioral support for students, implementing agency approved emergency physical interventions.
• All other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED