SFSN0289053-0127
2023-10-05T00:00:00
2023-11-05T00:00:00
SCO Family of Services has provided vital human services throughout New York City and Long Island for more than 100 years. SCO helps vulnerable New Yorkers build a strong foundation for the future. We get young children off to a good start, launch youth into adulthood, stabilize and strengthen families and unlock potential for children and adults with special needs.SCO Family of Services welcomes you to join our family and help us work together to carry out our mission to build a stronger tomorrow. Provide academic instruction to students by implementing IEP goals. Work with the classroom team to develop a safe, respectful, positive, work environment where children can achieve their maximum potential. Serve as a member of the crisis team when requested to maintain the safety of students and staff.Specific Responsibilities:Each Teacher Assistant is directly responsible for the welfare, activities, and program delivery of the students they are scheduled to work with. Daily work assignments and schedules are coordinated by the Classroom Teacher.Teacher Assistants assist the classroom teacher with the set up and breakdown of the classroom. Provide academic instruction to students with disabilities by implementing IEP goals with the support of the classroom teacher. Work with the classroom team to create a safe, respectful, positive environment where children can achieve their maximum potential. Serve as a member of the crisis team as requested to maintain the safety of all students and staff in care. Before leaving, staff must swipe their I.D. cards and sign out.Fluent in American Sign LanguageAttendance is required at in-service trainings and staff meetings.A prerequisite to hiring and for continuing employment is a yearly physical and PPD.Teaching Assistants are required to attend Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training, including completion of written and physical testing in order to maintain employment employment. This training will occur during initial period of employment and require a semi-annual refresher course in order to continue employment.Maintain focus on creating positive outcomes.Reinforce desired behavior in students, and follow the behavior plan.Model appropriate social behavior and work attitudes.Be an actively involved member of the classroom team.Ensure completion of all reports, forms and accident reports as needed.Actively Participate in Programming by:Implementing behavior plans and documenting behavior data.Implementing IEP goals and documenting goal data.Informing teacher, clinicians, and team members of student concerns.Bringing suggested programming ideas/needs to the attention of the teacher.Other Duties:Relating to parents and community members in a friendly and cooperative manner.Welcome and assist volunteers and new staff in becoming comfortable with students and curriculum.Caring for the equipment and supplies in the classroom.Recommending purchases for needed supplies to the teacher.Following guidelines for building security.Active participation in fire drills.Drive van for class trips as requested or assigned ( with valid driver's license and approval).During summer session, will accompany students in the pool during scheduled times.Other duties and responsibilities as designated by the Principal/Assistant Principal.Qualifications -Fluent in American Sign Language.Preferred experience with individuals with Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities.Valid NYS Driver's License preferred.Education:High School Diploma or GED. AA or BA preferred.Special Skills:Ability to communicate with youth using American Sign Language.Ability to work with children who have multiple disabilities.Must meet the requirements for NYS Teacher Assistant Certification within probationary periodJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceReferral programTuition reimbursementVision insuranceSchedule:Monday to FridaySchool type:Special education, separate setting schoolAbility to commute/relocate:Sea Cliff, NY 11579: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In personApply on OLAS
Teaching Assistant
SCO Family of Services
New York City
Hourly wage
Fixed