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The Summit Center

Teacher Assistant - Amherst

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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

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Job Description

Join Our Team and Make a
Difference Every Day Position:
Teacher Assistant Pay:
$22.66/hour
Location :
Amherst, NY Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 37.5 hrs./week The Summit Center, as seen on All Access with Andy Garcia , 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)
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. 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.