Position Title

TEACHING ASSISTANT; MIDDLE SCHOOL ALT ED PROGRAM

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

Per Education Assoc Contract plus benefit package

Job Description

Full-Time (1.0 FTE), 7-Hr day, 10-Month School Calendar Year

Students have behavioral management needs and/or physical disabilities.  The teaching assistant must be physically able and willing to meet the academic, emotional, and physical needs of all students within the classroom.

 

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) is required.   

• Exemplifies the GST BOCES values of service; leadership; collaboration; and integrity.
• Assists with the instruction of students.
• Possesses the stills and demonstrate the ability to instruct the unit plans/lesson plans provided by the teacher in the classroom.
• Demonstrates the knowledge of Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans. (writing and implementing).
• Possesses the overall ability to make good decisions. 
• Has the ability to take the role of the teacher in his/her absence.
• Demonstrates the ability to be a team player and promote positive and cooperative working relationships.
• Possesses knowledge of State and Federal Special Education regulations. 
• Possesses good problem-solving and communication skills.
• Able to provide instruction following the New York State Common Core Learning Standards.
• Keeps and records and anecdotal records and data on student behavior and academics.
• Collaborates with all staff involved in the education of the students.
• Possesses the ability to provide a safe, positive, and caring learning environment for all students.
• Demonstrates knowledge of NYS graduation and CDOS requirements.  
• Carries out all other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Valid NYS Teaching Assistant Certification; must possess at least a Level 1 Teaching Assistant Certificate

• Experience working with students with special needs preferred. 

Application Procedure

Please complete your file by submitting the following information:

• Employment application
• Letter of interest
• Detailed résumé
• Evidence of NYS certification, license or Registration Certificate
• College undergraduate and graduate transcripts conferring degree
• One to three current, dated and signed letters of professional reference (must be less than 1 yr. old)

Job Category

INSTRUCTIONAL

Job Location

GST BOCES REGION; BUSH EDUCATION CENTER

Additional Information