What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Assistant position at Pathfinder, Inc.?
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The incumbent is under general supervision of the Certified Teacher and/or individual assigned as lead teacher; is responsible for implementing specific tasks to accomplish the individual education plan for the children assigned to his/her supervision. Incumbent must be willing to work with a team of professionals to provide specialized instruction and care for children/adolescents.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists, plans and implements the daily program under the direction of the teacher/assigned individual. This includes planning activities in and outside the classroom for the students.
- Assist the classroom teacher with all aspects of the instruction in the special education classroom.
- Assist with instruction of individual and small group lessons as directed by the classroom teacher.
- Assist in assuring an environment that will be safe, inviting, interesting and stimulating. Be willing to make suggestions that may benefit the program and students success.
- Assist with paperwork and maintaining records kept on student and assists with program goals and data.
- Assist with unloading and loading students for transportation.
- Assist as needed during class lessons with behavior control, prompting, reinforcement, etc., giving help in a positive.
- Supervise and interact with students in all activities.
- Provides nurturing, essential learning to help students demonstrate independent skills.
- Attend staff meeting and recommended training programs. Provide documentation as required to the director in accordance to state requirements.
- Maintain appropriate communication with staff, students and families at all times, while maintaining an open, warm and professional relationship.
- Adheres to confidentiality regulations of students, parents and program when communicating with other staff members.
- Participate in conferences when needed and directed by the classroom teacher.
- Assist with mealtimes, promoting appropriate socialization skills.
- Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school or GED
