Job Information
Northern Rivers Family Services Teacher Aide in Albany, New York
Teacher Aide
Job Details
Job Location
Albany-Academy Main-PCFC - Albany, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School/GED
Salary Range
$17.00 - $18.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Education
Description
Teacher Aide
Sign On Bonus - $1,500 (paid in 2 parts 1/2 at 30 days and 1/2 at a year)
As a Teacher Aide, you will assist the classroom teacher in all aspects of behavior management and supporting students success in school. You will work onsite.
Responsibilities:
Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to our school and students.
Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom; record behavior data as requested; assist with crisis prevention; assist with de-escalation techniques with students.
Help implement behavior plans (BIP); record behavior data; and the completion of incident reports when requested.
Monitor, supervise and assist students during non-instructional periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. lunch, recess/breaks, bus loading/unloading, playground, classroom, washroom, field trips, transportation, assemblies) to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
Help implement classroom PBIS universal components and Tier 2 and Tier 3 strategies for selected students.
Attend meetings, training, professional learning sessions (e.g. first aid, TCI, CPR, emergency procedures, behavior management) to enhance professional skills and competencies.
Perform clerical duties; maintain records of student progress; develop and file incident reports; maintain student files; check daily attendance; make copies; develop classroom displays and instructional material; maintain and operate computers, smartboards and other classroom equipment.
Collaborate with teacher and other staff to incorporate information provided by parents, doctors, nurses, therapists and others to understand the needs of and provide services for students.
Always monitor safety and well-being of students; monitor student attitudes and encourage positive behavior and interactions with peers.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as requested by the teacher and principal
Requirements and Education:
High School Diploma required
Ability to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6-21
Benefits
Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Holiday Pay
401 (K) plan
Life Insurance
Loan repayment assistance
Free training/CEU opportunities
About Northern Rivers
At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.
Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.
