Teacher Assistant (Soaring Heights School)

Pyramid Healthcare•Clearfield, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities. Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being. Summary: The Teacher Assistant provides instruction, supervision, and support to students under the guidance of the school administration. This position is intended for individuals who are actively working toward teacher certification or serving in a teaching capacity. The Classroom Instructor Under the supervision of a professional with a special education teaching certification can assist with the delivery of lessons, managing the classroom, and supporting student learning in alignment with school policies and curriculum.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) preferred; enrollment in a teacher certification program strongly encouraged.
Demonstrated ability to work with children or adolescents in educational or related settings.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with administrators, teachers, and support staff.
Commitment to pursuing Pennsylvania teacher certification (if applicable to role).
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Sound clinical judgment and excellent clinical skills
Ability to problem solve by gathering and analyzing information
Ability to handle a crisis and or potential risk situation and react appropriately
A working knowledge of federal and state standards as well as regulating body and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

Deliver instructional activities as assigned, following the school’s curriculum and lesson plans.
Support students in meeting academic, behavioral, and social-emotional goals.
Create and maintain a structured, safe, and positive classroom environment.
Implement instructional and behavioral strategies as directed by supervising administrators or certified teachers.
Manage daily classroom routines, including attendance, materials, and student engagement.
Communicate regularly with administrators, staff, and families regarding student progress and needs.
Supervise students during classroom instruction, transitions, and other assigned duties.
Maintain accurate records of instruction, student work, and classroom incidents.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development as required.
Adhere to all school policies, confidentiality regulations (FERPA), and student safety standards.
Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality with regard to all company information
The Classroom Instructor can participate in IEP development, but will not be the signatory or the sole classroom representative in the IEP meeting.
Completion of all required trainings as designated by the company and accreditation/licensing entities.
Other duties as assigned.