Teaching Assistant Position Available In Ouachita, Louisiana

Job Description:

Starting Rate:

$15 – $20 /hour based on experience ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education , a growing,dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seekingan Instructional Aide to join our award-winning team and performmeaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encouragescreative expression and offers limitless potential for personal andprofessional satisfaction! If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-drivenenvironment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess aproblem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic- We Should Talk! As an Instructional Aide, you will provide individualizedsupervision and instruction to assigned students and additionalsupport to the core classroom staff. Working with student(s) toimplement their individualized education programs (IEP), you willutilize group and individual instruction in the classroom andcommunity.

Responsibilities Include:

Assisting classroom teachers to create an atmosphere in whichstudents feel safe, welcomed and exhibit high expectations ofstudent learning. Implementing on-site and community-based curriculum instructionand behavioral intervention strategies consistent with the goalsand objectives of each student. Instructing and monitoring students during lessons in theclassroom to ensure fidelity of instruction and utilizinginstructional strategies to assist with student learning and helpstudents meet requirements for student course completion. Encouraging and monitoring the progress of individual studentsin accordance with specific timelines and communicating with theclassroom teacher overall progress or interventions needed. Managing student behavior by upholding the ChanceLightphilosophy and policies and applying appropriate disciplinarymeasures when necessary; working collaboratively with classroomteachers to ensure consistency. Supporting and counseling students with academic issues,providing encouragement and working with students to improve theircommunity, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and socialskills. Completing accurate and timely documentation on student’sbehavior as outlined by school procedures, reporting observationsto relevant staff and/or making recommendations based onobservations. Assisting in the preparation of other behavioral reports anddaily activities logs as required. Communicating necessary information to students, team members,supervisors, and parents regarding students’ needs and academicprogress in collaboration with classroom teacher andprincipal. Consistently maintaining the confidentiality of studentinformation and records. Participating in the assurance and accreditation process toensure that the site passes or meets performance plans. Participating in school, student/parent, and student advisorymeetings as requested. Responding constructively to formal and informal feedback. Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

High school diploma or equivalent with passage of basic skillstest. Associate degree or higher in education or a closely relatedfield of study preferred. Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining aparaprofessional, paraeducator, teaching assistant or similarcredential preferred. Prior experience working with children, preferably in a specialeducation program setting. Highly skilled in working with individuals with autism spectrumrelated disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders and/orchallenging behaviors. Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergencysituation and make independent decisions. Proficiency in providing motivation and having criticalconversations with students that help move them toward realisticgoals. Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflictresolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-makingability. Knowledge of relevant technology including experience withinstructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entryand basic office equipment. ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is the nation’sleading provider of alternative and special education programs forchildren and young adults. For more than 45 years, and inpartnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we havehelped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives! Learn more about our history, our mission, and the program serviceswe provide by visiting the link below: At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, asa member of our team you’ll receive the opportunity to makemeaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and allthe tools essential to reaching your personal & professionalfulfillment! Y our path to a truly rewarding career starts here -where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture;and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education!

Perks and Benefits Include:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance Company Paid Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Personal Protection Insurance Plans Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program Legal Services Insurance Pet Health Insurance Accrual-based Paid Time Off School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy 401k Retirement Saving Plan Perks at Work Employee Discount Program Opportunities for Growth & Development And So Much More! If you’re ready to start making lastingimpacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation ofa brighter future – This Is Your Chance ! Join us and together, we can empower students to overcomechallenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential! Careers, With ChanceLight Work. With Purpose. Copyright 2024ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a ChanceLightcompany Benefit plans and eligibility requirements may vary basedon role and employment status. Education Required High School or betterPreferred Associates or better in Education or related field

Licenses &Certifications Preferred Paraprofessional Skills Preferred Special Education Emotional Disturbance Autism Classroom Management Crisis Intervention Behavioral Support Personalized Instruction Problem Solving Conflict Resolution Interpersonal Skills Office/Administrative Behaviors Preferred Enthusiastic:

Shows intense and eager enjoyment andinterest

Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group MotivationsPreferred Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by theability to contribute to the success of a project or theorganization Equal Opportunity Employer/ProtectedVeterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rightspursuant to federal employment laws. For further information,please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department ofLabor.