Therapeutic Journaling Teaching Assistant/Aide (25273)

Northern Rivers Family of Services•Albany, NY

6d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

As the Journaling Teaching Assistant/Aide, you will work with the Therapeutic Journaling Facilitator in all aspects of teaching, behavior management, and supporting students' success in the journaling program. You will dedicate to journaling, and be enthusiastic about creativity and inclusion. You will report to the Assistant Principal and you will work onsite.

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6-21.
2 years experience working with students in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations of our school and students.
Prepare materials and collaborate with the Therapeutic Journaling Facilitator for student support needs.
Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom; record behavior data as requested; assist with crisis prevention; assist with de-escalation techniques with students.
Help implement behavior plans (BIP); record behavior data; and the completion of incident reports when requested.
Monitor, oversee and assist students during their journaling program within a variety of school environments (e.g. journaling classroom, field trips, guest speakers) to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
Help implement classroom PBIS universal components and Tier 2 and Tier 3 strategies for selected students.
Attend meetings, training, professional learning sessions (e.g. first aid, TCI, CPR, emergency procedures, behavior management) to enhance professional skills and competencies.
Perform clerical tasks.
Maintain records of student progress and write incident reports.
File these reports and maintain student files.
Additionally, check daily attendance and make copies.
Develop classroom displays and instructional material.
Finally, maintain and operate computers, smartboards, and other classroom equipment.
Collaborate with teachers and other staff to incorporate information provided by parents, doctors, nurses, therapists and others to understand the needs of and provide services for students.
Always monitor safety and well-being of students; monitor student attitudes and encourage positive behavior and interactions with peers.
Perform other related responsibilities as requested by the Therapeutic Journaling Facilitator and Principal