Teacher's Aide - Douglaston Preschool - QSAC Education

The starting rate for this position is $17.00 USD Hourly or higher, based on experience and education. However, it is highly encouraged to obtain your TA-1 Certification to be promoted to an Teacher Assistant position. Once certification is completed, your hourly rate will increase to $21.00 hourly. The school will assist and guide you on your path to certification.

This position requires you to work with individuals on the Autism Spectrum between the ages of 2-4 years old

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills

Job Summary

QSAC is seeking dedicated and energetic Teacher's Aide, who provide direct instructional services to students under the general supervision of a New York State certified teacher. The role focuses on one-on-one or small group instruction as outlined by the supervising teacher. Teaching Assistants support students’ recreation, motor, vocational, socialization and communication, leisure and motor skills through the use of behavior analytic teaching procedures.

Additional job responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Guiding and assisting students in various instruction settings and class routines
• Collecting data documenting student performance
• Under teacher direction, implementing student's Individual Education Plans (IEP)s and Behavior Intervention plans (when applicable)

• Work Experience and Qualification
• High School Diploma or GED, required
• 1-2 years’ work experience is a school setting is preferred
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb. items
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others and individuals served

Benefits

• QSAC has terrific benefits that go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.