Teaching Assistant I Behavioral Support (Relief)

Company: Hillside Childrens Center
Location: Rochester
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

Job DescriptionThe Teaching Assistant I (TA) works under close supervision in performing functions that assist in the treatment and care of the children/youth that we serve. The TA also works in conjunction with the teacher to maintain a positive classroom learning environment to support the academic, emotional, and social growth of students. Relief/Per Diem; fill-in as needed Essential functions of this role include, but are not limited to: * Works with individual students or groups of students requiring special instruction. * Works with the classroom teacher to identify information about specific students in order to develop appropriate teaching plans and learning experiences for students. * Assists in preparation of instructional resources and aids students in the use of these resources. * Provides and effectively plans for prevention and management of crises by therapeutic crisis intervention techniques which may include emergency physical intervention techniques in accordance with agency policy; maintains appropriate affect regulation. * Works with the classroom teachers to instruct students in areas such as remedial reading, remedial math, and life skills. * Provides direct classroom instruction in the event of the teacher's absence. * Maintains communication with students' families regarding progress of students, as instructed. * Helps proctor and supervises students during state testing assessments. Requirements: High school diploma or GED, along with some college education is required. Candidates must have experience working in a classroom or related therapeutic experience with youth/children. Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, Sociology or Education and 1 year of experience is preferred. NYS Teaching Assistant certification or eligibility for certification is required. Candidates must have a valid New York State Driver's License and meet agency driving standards.

Keywords: Hillside Childrens Center, Rochester , Teaching Assistant I Behavioral Support (Relief), Other , Rochester, New York