What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Assistant - Autism School, Westlake position at Achievement Centers for Children?
About Achievement Centers for Children
Achievement Centers for Children is a Cleveland, Ohio based nonprofit that is nationally recognized for helping children with disabilities and their families achieve and thrive. Working here is both personally meaningful and professionally rewarding.
About Our Autism School
In partnership with the Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio and local school districts, our Autism School provides a blended learning environment focused on language development, behavioral supports, and academic outcomes. We serve students from kindergarten through graduation using Ohios Academic Content Standards Extended as the foundation for curriculum development.
Our interdisciplinary team includes intervention specialists, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, behavior analysts and specialists, and teaching assistants. Together, we provide integrated instruction in academics and activities of daily living both in the school and in the community. We collaborate closely with families and district partners to support student growth and promote a return to a less restrictive learning environment whenever appropriate. We make a difference every day.
The Role
We are seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students in our Autism School classroom. In this role, you will work alongside the teacher and interdisciplinary team to create a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
What You Bring (Required)
- Experience working with students with special needs in a classroom, childcare, behavioral health, or related setting
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Ability to consistently respond to children in respectful, patient, and supportive ways
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, behavior staff, and families
- Willingness to support students with academic instruction, behavioral interventions, and activities of daily living as needed
Preferred
- Associate degree in Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field
- 1 to 2 years of experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis principles
- Experience supporting students in special education or therapeutic learning environments
Sign On Bonus Details
$500 total bonus paid as follows:
- $150 after successful completion of the introductory period (90 days)
- $150 after 6 months
- $200 after 1 year
Benefits
We offer excellent health and wellness benefits, paid time off aligned with the school year calendar, a retirement savings plan, and opportunities for professional development.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Achievement Centers for Children values and promotes diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.