The Teacher Assistant will be responsible for supporting the teacher who is teaching students who may demonstrate academic, behavioral, and/or social deficits. Teaching all academic subjects and life skills, modifying when necessary to meet the individual needs of students.

Hours

•Monday – Friday / 8:00am – 4:00pm

Duties and Responsibilities

•Administers Support the teacher in using appropriate methodologies when working with students such as Applied Behavior Analysis or Collaborative Problem Solving or any agreed upon method which acts in the best interest of the student

•Create an authentic environment by displaying student work and projects both in and out of the classroom

•Maintain a consistent and safe environment for the students

•Support the teacher in planning and executing daily lessons which meet the needs of individual students as well as appropriate group lessons

•Modify any materials needed to successfully teach students

•Maintain accurate records by recording relevant information in each students’ binder

•Write annual reports for each student following specific guidelines

•Support the implementation of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Behavior Intervention Plans for each student

•Administer assessments to evaluate student progress and identify areas of deficit or concern

•Collaborate with other professionals including guidance, speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, behavior specialists, and vocational directors to create a team approach

•Promote health and safety concepts and social interaction with other students

•Participate in all necessary trainings, team meetings, community activities and school functions

•Communicate regularly with supervisors regarding classroom dynamics and student development

•Complete daily attendance reports

•Supervise and assist students in bathroom activities including hourly diaper checks/ diaper changing (when required)

•Supervise all mealtime activities including cleaning up after snacks and meals

•Assisting in the ordered arrangement, appearance and learning environment of the rooms to include sweeping floors, cleaning counters, shelves, refrigerators, microwaves etc

.•Attendance at all staff meetings, required workshops and open houses.

Qualifications

•BS / BA Degree preferred

•Teaching Assistant Skills Test (ATAS) preferred

•Experience working with children on the autism spectrum preferred