Teacher Aide - Broome

Serving with Compassion, Creativity, and Consistency. $17-17.50 an hour $500 Sign on Bonus for Full Time Full Time and Part Time opportunities available Experience required

Position Summary

Teacher Aides assist teachers in providing academic and behavioral instruction and intervention based on the individual strengths and challenges of each student. In their respective classrooms, teacher aides also assist the teacher in providing students with a highly structured, safe, therapeutic environment that fosters cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth and allows each student the opportunity to experience success.

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision to students in a safe, positive environment employing behavior management strategies as prescribed by the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention curriculum, individual plans, and Agency policies and procedures; implement incentive systems as designed by the classroom and program. Participate in staff meetings, supervisory meetings and attend trainings and in-service opportunities within the Agency and the community. Act as a role model for children in the program. Assist the Teacher in the preparation and implementation of planning documents and the evaluation of student progress in academic and behavioral areas. Provide students with direct assistance in achieving success throughout the teaching/learning process and meeting individual academic and behavioral goals. If certified as a Teaching Assistant, the Teacher Aide may perform teaching duties, as needed. Work collaboratively and cooperatively with various intra and interdepartmental personnel, families, and community agency representatives to achieve common goals. Complete required reports and documentation on time.

Requirements

Education: High School diploma / GED required Associates degree preferred. Certification as a Teaching Assistant preferred.

Experience: 1 year of related experience required

Benefits

​ Benefits available to all staff: Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center Opportunities for Professional Development Full Time Benefits: Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam 403(b) with 6% employer contribution PTO plus 9 paid holidays Childcare Reimbursement Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts) Life Insurance EEO Statement: Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.