TEACHER ASSISTANT - UNCERTIFIED (Sea Cliff, NY)

Specific Responsibilities:

• Always ensure the supervision of students and help to maintain a consistent engaging classroom routine.
• Be an active member of the classroom team, bringing program suggestions, ideas, concerns, etc. to the teacher’s attention.
• Follow the schedules and assignments as coordinated by the teacher.
• Assist in planning activities, prepping materials, and maintaining a clean orderly classroom environment.
• Model appropriate behavior for students and demonstrate positive work ethics and attitudes.
• Follow all student-specific plans such as BIPs and management strategies and document data.
• Assist students with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) throughout the school day (i.e. feeding, grooming, toileting).
• Implementing IEP goal programs and documenting data.
• Follow program initiatives such as PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and supports) and PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System).
• Accompany students on field trips, community experiences, and seasonal activities (i.e. Pool, playground).
• Drive agency vehicles for outings as appropriate (with valid NYS license and approval).
• Other duties as designated by the Principal or Assistant Principal.

Qualifications:

• High school Diploma
• Acceptable background clearance from NY State Central Registrar
• Experience working with the DD population preferred
• NYS Teacher Assistant Certification preferred

Working Conditions:

• The work week is 35 hours. Monday to Friday as per school calendar.
• Hours are 8:15-3:15, can be subject to change within reasonable limit.

Teacher Assistant additional Perks: 

• 11 weeks of paid time off, covering major school holidays and additional observances such as Jewish holidays, Lunar New Year, and Juneteenth.
• 6-week summer program (July–August), followed by 2 weeks of paid time off before the new school year starts.
• 4 Staff Development Days when students are not in attendance.
• Health benefits