Teacher Assistant - Buffalo

Teacher Assistant - Buffalo The Summit Center - 3.5 Buffalo, NY Job Details $22.66 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Childcare Qualifications School experience High school diploma or GED Working with children Classroom experience Classroom Teaching Full Job Description Join Our Team and Make a

Difference Every Day Position:

Teacher Assistant Pay:

$22.66/hour

Location :

Buffalo, NY Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 37.5 hrs./week The Summit Center is Western New York's leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team. Why Work With Us? Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!) Up to 12 days of paid time off 14-16 paid holidays annually Potential for annual raises and profit sharing Tuition Reimbursement Health, dental, vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year) On-Site daycare available (certain locations)

Employee Assistance Program:

Free mental health counseling Free childcare referrals Access to legal services Grief/eldercare support Financial planning resources Your Impact as a Teacher Assistant The Teacher Assistant supports the delivery of instruction and ensures fulfillment of IEP mandates by assisting with lesson plans, data collection, and classroom activities. They help with implementing established behavior plans, home-school communication, and have the ability to assume teacher responsibilities as needed. Assist in instruction and fulfillment of IEP mandates Implement established behavior plan(s) Ability to assume teacher responsibilities Assist teacher to implement and monitor individual lesson plans, data collection and charting systems Assist in conducting classroom activities that enhance opportunity to develop skills in areas of need Assist with routine classroom functions Assist with home-school communication Assist with all required paperwork to be completed Ability to travel to satellite locations upon request Adheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect Adheres to the Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time Off Maintain strict confidentiality EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent One year of experience working in a classroom/educational setting One year of experience working with children

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

New York State Teaching Assistant Certificate or New York State Teaching Certificate (if you do not currently posses the certificate, you must obtain it within six months of hire) At The Summit Center, you'll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference. Apply now to become a #DifferenceMaker! Education Required High School or better Licenses & Certifications Required Teacher Assistant 1

Behaviors Preferred Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

Enthusiastic:

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations Preferred Flexibility:

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.