Teacher Assistant (Level 1)
On-site · Utica, New York, United States or Rome, New York, United States
Job Summary
Aid in coordinating individual and group activities in the classroom in line with IEP goals and plans, act as back-up in absence of the teacher. Contribute to lesson planning. Provide individual and group instruction under the direction of the classroom teacher. Implement the students’ IEP’s, lesson plans, and behavior plans. Assist the team in planning and implementation of classroom activities. Maintain records and charts. Participate in activities as part of the classroom team that may include meetings, trainings, and committees. Ensure that documentation is accurate and effectively communicates information. Promote and oversee the safety and well-being of the individuals we support through use of written, verbal procedures, safety equipment and awareness of any potential dangers. Attend to personal, self-care and other program needs that the people we support cannot independently accomplish. Keep the nursing team advised of medical and dietary concerns.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- A valid NYS Teaching Assistant Level I certification or documentation verifying that all requirements have been met and submitted to NYSED Office of Teaching
- A valid NYS classroom teacher’s certificate
- Must Maintain Valid Level I Teacher Assistant Certification
- Travel is required
- Must have a valid New York State driver’s license
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