SCO Family of Services·Village of Sea Cliff, New York
Provide direct support to students through classroom supervision, implementation of IEP goals, and assistance with activities of daily living. Collaborate with teachers to maintain an engaging environment and ensure student safety during school and community activities.
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Be a team player
Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and students within our organization.
Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change; forge a mutually respectful partnership with children and families served.
Ability to set limits and maintain a helping role within the school community and intervene appropriately.
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.
Staff are expected to arrive on time for the school day and utilize UKG Pro software to punch in/out and manage their timecards.
Frequent absences and tardiness will not be tolerated.
School staff receive one 30-minute lunch break per day.
Staff are expected to set-up and breakdown the classroom daily.
Staff are expected to pick up their students upon arrival from RTC childcare team and drop off their students to their units to RTC child- care team.
Staff should always accompany students when traveling within the school building, campus, outside on grounds, and in the community.
In an emergency or crisis situation, staff may be required to accompany a student to the ER until adequate RTC staff arrive.
Attendance and participation are required in all assigned trainings and meetings.
Staff are REQUIRED to be certified in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and must attend TCI-DD refresher training every 6 months as a condition of employment.
Staff are required to attend and complete all trainings as assigned as per regulation and job specific requirement (i.e. Mandated reporter training, HIPAA, Justice Center).
Staff must obtain an annual physical and PPD as per requirement.
Staff must adhere to SCO agency policies and procedures, (employee handbook) as well as program specific policies and procedures (TLC program manual/orientation manual).
Relate to students, families, and colleagues in a friendly and cooperative manner. Treat everyone with respect and uphold dignity at all times.
Welcome and assist new staff members in learning school wide and student specific programs/curriculum.
Always focus on creating positive outcomes and have a clear understanding of the complex needs of the student population.
Complete situation reports, restraint forms, accident/incident reports etc. as required in a timely manner.
Maintain their professional development record per NYS certification requirements and attend all assigned trainings in LMS (Learning Management System).
Follow guidelines for building security and parking regulations.
Participate in fire drills and other emergency drills, ensuring student supervision and oversight at all times.
Care for the equipment and supplies used by the students including securing electronic devices, keeping materials organized and stored appropriately, and recommending purchases of supplies as per purchasing and ordering procedures.
Requires a high school diploma and acceptable background clearance from the NY State Central Registrar. Experience with the developmentally disabled population and NYS Teacher Assistant Certification are preferred.
Market context
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