·        Each Teacher Assistant is directly responsible for the welfare, activities and

program delivery of the students they are scheduled to work with.

·        Daily work assignments and schedules are coordinated by the Classroom

Teacher.

·        Focus on creating positive outcomes for students who have trouble learning, or

become frustrated easily unless learning opportunities are presented at their

level and their efforts are continually reinforced.

·        Reinforce desired behavior in students, and follow the behavior plan; model

appropriate social behavior and work attitudes.

·        Complete situation reports, restraint forms, and accident reports as needed.

·        Implement behavior plans, IEP goals and document behavior data.

·        Inform teacher, clinicians and team members of student concerns.

·        Care for the equipment and supplies in the classroom and recommend

purchases for needed supplies to the teacher.

·        Follow all guidelines for building security and parking regulations; participate in

fire drills.

·        Drive an agency van for class trips as requested or assigned (with valid driver’s

license and approval).

·        During summer session, will accompany students in the pool during scheduled

times.

·        Other duties and responsibilities as designated by the Principal/Assistant

Principal.

Qualifications - External

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience required: Preferred OMRDD experience. Valid Driver’s license preferred.

Education: High School Diploma.

AA or BA preferred.

Behavior Management will be required.

Special Skills: Ability to work with children with multiple disabilities.

Must meet the requirements for New York

State Teacher Assistant Certification