Teaching Assistant (TA) – Elementary School Immediate opening

Immediate Opportunity! The Katherine Thomas School Program serves students in grades K-8 with language and learning challenges, autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or other health impairments. KTS has an opportunity for a full-time Special Education Elementary School Teaching Assistants (TA) beginning with the current school year. Be a part of a supportive team with friendly staff and help to make a difference in someone's life. EOE

Hourly Rate of $19 - $24/hour DOE

Teaching Assistant position responsibilities include:

• Assist teachers in implementing content area curricula
• Guide and assist students in the classroom in following the teacher’s instruction and school/program rules
• Provide necessary accommodations to meet individual, group, and program needs
• Create a supportive learning environment
• Implement Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
• Document student progress through written notes and narrative reports

Required Experience for the Teaching Assistant:

• MUST have a Bachelors Degree
• Experience with students with learning disabilities, Autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or other health impairment preferred
• Knowledge of education and behavior management methods, procedures, and techniques helpful
• Must be reliable, maintain a professional attitude, and be team oriented
• Ability to read, write, and speak English clearly

Benefits for the Teaching Assistant Include:

• Education opportunities
• Small class sizes
• Leave Benefits that include vacation and sick leave
• Paid Holidays
• Health insurance, Dental, Vision, FSA
• 403B Plan
• LTD and other Voluntary Benefits
• Free Parking
• Longevity Bonus