UCPN0303407-0000
null
2024-08-30T00:00:00
The Teacher Assistant is responsible to aid with classroom activities, contribute to lesson planning, provide instruction, pursue individual IEP’s, provide daily ADL care, assist the team in planning activities, maintain accurate & timely records and charts and participate in Agency activities. Core Responsibilities Aid in coordinating individual and group activities in the classroom in line with IEP goals and plans, act as back-up in absence of the teacher.Contribute to lesson planning.Provide individual and group instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher.Implement the students’ IEP’s, lesson plans, and behavior plans.Assist the team in planning and implementation of classroom activities.Maintain records and charts.Participate in activities as part of the classroom team that may include meetings, trainings, and committees.Ensure that documentation is accurate and effectively communicates information.Promote and oversee the safety and well-being of the individuals’ we support through use of written, verbal procedures, safety equipment and awareness of any potential dangers.Attend to personal, self-care and other program needs that the people we support cannot independently accomplish.Keep the nursing team advised of medical and dietary concerns. QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GEDThe employee must posses one of the following:A valid NYS Teaching Assistant Level I certification or documentation verifying that all requirements have been met and submitted to NYSED Office of Teaching.A valid NYS classroom teacher’s certificateMust Maintain Valid Level I Teacher Assistant CertificationTravel is required. Must have a valid New York State driver’s license. BenefitsOur work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.Comprehensive Health/Dental/VisionDirect DepositFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Retirement Plan 403(b)Life InsuranceVoluntary BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave) Tuition ReimbursementService AwardsEmployee Appreciation EventsEmployee DiscountsEmployee Referral Bonus $1,500! Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting https://www.upstatecpjobs.org
Teaching Assistant
Upstate Caring Partners
Mohawk Valley
Hourly wage
Fixed