Teaching Assistant (TA)

Liberty Resources / Liberty POST • Rochester, NY

96d • $18 - $21

About The Position

Liberty POST is currently seeking a motivated and energetic Early Childhood Teaching Assistant (TA) for part-time and/or full-time employment to work with children who are birth-5 years old through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs. Immediate positions are available in Rochester. Liberty POST has offered its clients a range of high-quality and individualized services since 1994. Backed by Liberty Resources Inc. and part of a large social services circle, originally POST was a speech-language practice in Syracuse NY and has grown to provide a range of services throughout all of New York State and New Jersey. We employ over 500 professionals in a variety of settings and offer a collaborative team approach to provide evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play. We are focused on the importance of a child’s natural learning environment, a family’s unique strengths and needs and the diverse population we serve.

Requirements

• Current New York State Licensure and/or Certifications.
• Early Childhood Education (B-2) Certification preferred.
• Students with disabilities (B-2) Certification preferred.
• Tier III Teachers Assistant Certification.
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of MS Word and comfortable with working with computer systems.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Early Childhood Experience.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, monitor and track child’s progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Record information on the initial evaluation, treatment, and progress in a timely manner using Electronic Medical Record system.
• Proficient at writing detailed analysis and reports.
• Effectively organize and maintain confidentiality of child’s records and other documentations.
• Follow all state laws and regulations as it pertains to Early Intervention, CPSE/CSE special education.

Benefits

• Health Benefits and Retirement packages available for FT positions.
• Accrual of sick time based on NYS Sick time Laws.
• Tuition discount available for employee's child(ren) to attend program.
• Mentoring is offered to all providers.
• Access to unlimited CEU courses offered that are accredited through ASHA, AOTA, APTA and CTLE.
• Work with a team of professionals that care about making a difference.
• Payment is biweekly with direct deposit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree