Job Information
Greater Southern Tier BOCES TEACHING ASSISTANTS; SPEC ED, MULTIPLE LOCATIONS in Elmira, New York
LOCATIONS:
12:1:3, 1:1 Teaching Assistant Positions in a Special Classroom located in Bath Central School District, Dana L. Lyon Middle.
6:1:1 ASD, 1:1 Teaching Assistant Position in a Special Classroom located in Bath Central School District, Dana L. Lyon Middle.
8:1:1 DN, Classroom Teaching Assistant position located in a Special Classroom located in Hornell City School District, Intermediate School.
Full-time (1.0 FTE), 10-month, School Calendar Year Positions
1:1 Teaching positions are full-time (1.0 FTE), 6-hour day, 10-month, school calendar positions.
Classroom Teaching Assistant positions are full-time 7-hour day, 10-month school calendar positions.
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, which may consist of the following:
Heavy lifting (50 pounds or more), feeding, assisting with toileting, diapering, physical restraints, escorting, behavior management plans, getting up and down from the floor, walking with the students and getting into the swimming pool with the students.
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) is required for all Special Education teaching assistant positions.
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 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 is preferred.
SALARY: Per Educational Association Contract. Plus comprehensive benefit package
Application Deadline:10/07/2024
Job Number: 035 SPE24/25