Teacher Aide

• Provide one-on-one support to students during activities and lessons to help them engage with the curriculum.
• Foster a positive learning environment.

• Create an inclusive and nurturing classroom atmosphere that promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development.

• Encourage positive interactions among students and support their social skills development.

• Help students with daily routines, including arrival, meals, bathroom use, and transitions between activities.

• Support students in participating in group activities, encouraging communication and cooperation.

• Behavioral Support

• Monitor student behavior and implement positive behavior management strategies.

• Work with teachers to address challenging behaviors and provide consistent support.

• Communicate regularly with teachers and specialists to discuss student progress and challenges.

• Assist in communicating with families about their child's needs and achievements.

• Ensure that classroom materials and equipment are safe and accessible for all students.

• Supervise students during free play and outdoor activities to ensure safety.

• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures while supervising the children at all times

• Assist in preparing instructional materials and resources for classroom activities.
• Participate in emergency interventions outlined by SCIP-R trainings and BIPs.
• Other responsibilities within the scope of the role as assigned by the Director of Education and Education Coordinator.

• Walk to and from various locations in the building.

• May need to stoop, bend, and sometimes lift or push wheelchairs of children being served.

• Physical intervention techniques may be required to aid the children in challenging moments.

• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to focus.

• High school diploma or GED​
• Experience working with children, preferably in a special education or childcare setting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for supporting diverse learners.

• Rewarding Work in a team environment.
• Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.
• 403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible spending account (Dependent Care, Medical, Parking, and Transit).
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Wellhub Discount
• Verizon Wireless Discount.
• BJs Membership discount.
• Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates & more

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