Teaching Assistant � Autism School Classroom (Westlake)

Achievement Centers for Children•Westlake, OH

22h•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Achievement Centers for Children is a Cleveland, Ohio based nonprofit that is nationally recognized for helping children with disabilities and their families achieve and thrive. Working here is both personally meaningful and professionally rewarding. In partnership with the Educational Services Center of Northeast Ohio (ESC NEO) and local school districts, our Autism School provides a blended learning environment focused on language development, behavioral supports, and academic outcomes. We serve students from kindergarten through graduation using Ohios Academic Content Standards extended as the foundation for curriculum development. Our interdisciplinary team includes intervention specialists, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, behavior analysts and specialists, and teaching assistants. Together we provide integrated instruction in academics and activities of daily living both in the school and in the community. We collaborate closely with families and district partners to support student growth and promote a return to a less restrictive learning environment whenever appropriate. We make a difference every day. We are seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students in our Autism School classroom. In this role, you will work alongside the teacher and interdisciplinary team to create a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Requirements

Associate degree in Education, Child Development, Psychology, or related field
Experience working with students with special needs in a classroom setting
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Ability to consistently respond to children in respectful, patient, and supportive ways