SDSN0335054-0127
2025-09-01T00:00:00
2025-07-02T00:00:00
The Teacher Assistant assists the classroom teacher in carrying out the academic and behavioral objectives set forth in the child’s IEP by providing direct instructional services to students and performing non-teaching support duties under the supervision of the classroom teacher.Duties & Responsibilities:Assumes primary responsibility for the class in the absence of the teacher.If bilingual, works with Spanish dominant children creating an “alternative placement” for children who need a bilingual placement. Calls parents when language is an issue.Works with individual pupils or groups of pupils on special instructional projects or assignments.Collects and prepares instructional materials as directed by the teacher.Assists with crisis intervention and classroom supervision.Assists teacher in the development of instructional behavioral objectives for IEPs.Assists teacher with recordkeeping, such as tracking attendanceToilet trains children, changes diapers, washes children's clothes and cleans children as necessary.Provides physical “hands-on” intervention when necessaryPerforms other duties as neededEducation & Experience:High school diploma or equivalent (GED)Level I or higher NYS Teaching Assistant CertificationExperience working with preschoolers preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) PreferredComplete the mandatory 2 hours of training in child abuse and maltreatment identification, reporting, and prevention as well as the requirements of applicable statutes and regulationsComplete mandatory CTLE requirements as per certification heldPhysical Requirements:Able to lift a child weighing 40 poundsAble to provide "hands-on" intervention if necessaryWhile performing the duties for this job, the employee is required to communicate clearly and effectively. The employee is required to stand; use mobility and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Teaching Assistant
St. Dominic's School
Lower Hudson Valley
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