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Teaching Assistant - Albany, NY

Center for Disability Services

  • Albany, New York
  • 3 days ago

    Highlights

    Carries out therapeutic goals within classroom activities as directed by and in conjunction with the therapist, includes systematic lifting and positioning of students and application and removal of equipment. Follows behavioral plans/intervention techniques for assigned students, as directed by teacher, school psychologist, and/or behavior support staff.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAlbany, New York
    IndustryOther/Not Classified
    Company Size1,000 to 1,499 employees
    Websitehttp://www.cfdsny.org

    Description

    Where people get better at life!

    Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.


     

    The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support. For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere.

    We are looking for Teaching Assistants to join our Langan School in Albany, NY.

    Responsibilities: 

    • Assists in instructional activities as directed by the teacher- including direct instruction of students
    • May assume responsibility for class when teacher is absent/unavailable
    • Follows mobility, dining and direct care protocols as directed by the teacher or therapist and as noted on individual fact sheets
    • Assists with management needs of students, including performing duties related to activities of daily living, (toileting, diapering, washing, tooth brushing), dress/undress, put on/remove adaptive equipment, set up students’ learning environment
    • Carries out therapeutic goals within classroom activities as directed by and in conjunction with the therapist, includes systematic lifting and positioning of students and application and removal of equipment
    • Records data, monitors student responses as directed by teacher or other team professionals
    • Follows behavioral plans/intervention techniques for assigned students, as directed by teacher, school psychologist, and/or behavior support staff

    Requirements: 

    • High School Diploma/GED required; college credits preferred
    • Will be required to obtain their NYS Teaching Assistant Certification within one year of hire
    • Must be at least 18 years of age
    • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

    At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support.  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.

    Compensation Range:

    $19.39 - $22.80

    About Company

    Our Mission 


    To enable and empower people, primarily those with disabilities, to lead healthy and enriched lives.

    For over 75 years, the Center for Disability Services has been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities.

    With more than 80 locations throughout 15 counties, we annually provide programs and services to over 12,000 individuals, ranging from infants to senior citizens, and their families. We provide services for over 300 different diagnoses of disabilities included Cerebral Palsy, developmental disabilities, Multiple Sclerosis, Autism Spectrum disorders, epilepsy, spina bifida, TBI and Down syndrome.

    Our wide range of services under a single umbrella allows us to provide a seamless continuum of care as the people we support age or as their needs change. From intensive medical care to residential services, to dental care to mental health, the individuals we support can have it all managed through the Center.

    The Center for Disability Services, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization provides additional services through the Down Syndrome Aim High Resource Center, and our affiliates: Prospect Center in Queensbury and St. Margaret’s Center in Albany. We are committed to the well being of the people we support, while providing opportunities which lead to more independent lifestyles and productive, happier lives. For a weekend, a week, or a lifetime, in your home or ours, the Center for Disability Services is here for you and your family.

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