What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Classroom Assistant position at Darnell School?
Rate: $26-$33.26
(Rate determined by degree and experience)
The Lead Classroom Assistant will provide case management for two students, including designing and implementing student programming based on the students' individualized education plan (IEP) goals. In collaboration with the Head Teacher, you will assist with assessments, ensure accurate data collection, help train new staff, and maintain a cohesive and supportive classroom environment and student success. You will also support families by conducting weekly home parent training sessions.
The Darnell School is a program of Advocates and is a 221-day-per-year ABA school program serving students ages 9-22 with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or behavioral challenges. Our mission is to teach, support and empower people with disabilities to live meaningful lives based on their needs and choices. We offer spacious classrooms with ample opportunity for community skill-building, relationship development and recreation.
Learn more about The Darnell School here: https://darnellschool.org/
Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a close-knit community that values ideas and contributions from staff.
Responsibilities:
Case management for two students
Implement student individualized education plan (IEP) goals
Implement behavior support plans
Collect data for IEP goals using an electronic data collection system or via paper and pencil
Review and summarize data on goals for case students using electronic data collection system
Develop and/or modify student programming
Assist head teacher with assessments
Assist head teacher in training new staff
Conduct weekly home parent training for case students
Accompany and teach students in the community
Transport students in the community, as needed
Attend weekly classroom staff meetings
Attend monthly school wide trainings
Maintain certifications (First Aid, CPR, Safety Care)
Salary : $26 - $33