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Kulanu Academy
Direct Support Professional (Must have clean NYS Drivers License) (2 years Special Needs Exp)
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$37,041 / year median in New York
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Direct Support Professional (Must have clean NYS Driver's License) (2 years Special Needs Exp) Kulanu Academy
- 1.5 Cedarhurst, NY Job Details Full-time | Contract $35,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off On-the-job training 403(b) Qualifications Teamwork Experience working with individuals with disabilities Assisting with ADLs High school diploma or GED Driver's License Direct support Passenger van operation Full Job Description Job description
MUST HAVE A NYS LICENSE AND BE ABLE TO DRIVE A VAN/SUV
Direct Support Professional Summary:
A Direct Support Professional works under the direction of the Program Supervisor to support and assist with providing direction and support to program participants in their day-to-day activities, services, and goals.Functions:
- Create and carry out a schedule of activities that enhance core skills such as, but not limited to, communication and socialization, self-advocacy, hygiene and grooming, knowledge of available community resources, health and wellness, housekeeping and travel and safety skills.
- Acclimate and orient individuals served to community-based volunteer sites as well as review all safety precautions and preparedness routines. Train individuals in tasks expected at volunteer sites when indicated. Develop, create, and implement coaching strategies to expedite skill acquisition for those served, and always maximize independence.
- Ensure the well-being and safety of all individuals served, including providing travel training skills to and from community-based locations.
- Help maintain a sanitary and safe environment both in the facility and at community routine placements. Report all equipment and/or maintenance needs in a timely manner.
- Document services provided in compliance with agency, local, state and federal regulations within expected time frames.
- Attend team meetings, professional development opportunities and parent conferences.
- Other duties as assigned
Skills:
- Excellent Communication skills
- Strong teaching skills
- Ability to demonstrate patience, creative thinking, and exhibit great teamwork.