Teaching Assistant I - Crestwood

Hillside • Rochester, NY

20d • $19 - $24

About The Position

The Teaching Assistant I works with the Teacher and other school staff to maintain a positive classroom learning environment. This position supports the academic, emotional, and social growth of students by providing additional hands-on guidance that aid in the treatment and care of youth. The Teaching Assistant I receives mentorship from Teaching Assistant II and III staff and performs job requirements with significant guidance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid New York State Certification as a Teaching Assistant Level I within 6 months of hire AND obtainment of a NYS Certification as a Teaching Assistant Level III within 5 years of Level I certification.
• Unrestricted, valid NYS driver’s license for minimum of 1 year with a clean driving record and minimum insurance coverage that meets agency standards.
• Must be able to work 12 month schedule
• Understanding of safety protocols and procedures to ensure the well-being of students in the classroom and during school activities.
• Ability to provide instructional support under the direction of the classroom teacher, including assisting with lesson preparation, material organization, and student supervision.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and patience when working with students, recognizing and respecting their individual differences and learning styles.
• Ability to manage time effectively to prioritize tasks, follow classroom schedules, and assist with multiple responsibilities throughout the school day.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to individual students or groups of students requiring special education by reviewing and clarifying lessons and resources.
• Share observations of assigned student learning and behavior patterns with the classroom teacher to aid in the development of specialized teaching plans and learning experiences.
• Assist classroom teachers with instructional resources preparation.
• Utilize learned Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques to effectively plan for the prevention of and manage behavioral crises.
• Provide direct classroom instruction in the event of a teacher’s absence.
• Work with team members to set, implement, and evaluate Individual Education Plans, Behavior Intervention Plans, and Proactive Safety Plans.
• Monitor students in class, between classes, during recreation periods and field trips.
• Develop, maintain, and update all required documentation in a timely and compliant manner.
• While this job description covers many aspects of the role, employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees