Paraprofessional/ Certified Teacher Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

***NEW AND EXCITING NEWS! Hawthorne Foundation Inc. has implemented a generous SIGN-ON BONUS of $1500 for new full-time employees!***

• $750– on completion of 3 months of employment
• $750 -on completion of 6 months of employment

Organization Profile: Hawthorne Foundation Inc. serves children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our educational, vocational and life skills programs are only a few of the programs available. We also offer parent training, recreational activities and crisis intervention.

Vision Statement:

To be a regional leader in advancing opportunities for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities through innovative instruction and support grounded in applied behavior analysis and person-centered practices.

Mission Statement:

Advancing opportunities for people with autism and other developmental disabilities through person-centered, evidence-based practices that strengthen skills, promote autonomy, and support meaningful participation in their communities.

TEACHER’S ASSISTANT

1. Qualifications:

• Associate Degree from an accredited college or 48 credits at a 4-year accredited college is preferred.
• Minimum High School Diploma/GED (must be equivocated if foreign).
• NYSED Teacher Assistant Certification or willingness to become certified within 6 months of employment.
• A genuine interest in teaching and willingness to motivate students to learn.
• Sensitivity to the needs of all students.
• A desire to acquire effective training techniques in behavior analysis programming

1. Accountability:

• Directly accountable to the Classroom Teacher, Senior Teacher and coordinator of Program

1. Responsibilities:

• Directly responsible to specific group assignments.
• Responsible for implementation of daily and weekly programs as assigned by NYSED certified teacher for each student in the assigned group.
• Assist in any clerical work (i.e., daily attendance, requisitions, trip lists, graphing data).
• Responsible for carrying out daily schedules as developed and planned.
• Responsible for participating in in-service training, CPR, and behavior analysis training programs and completing one book/quiz per month.
• Instruct students in daily proper hygiene habits.
• Assists in accompanying students to the medical office and off-grounds medical appointments or other services as needed.

1. General Responsibilities:

• Participates in all meal programs.
• Participates in training sessions and in-service meetings.
• Ensures that the program areas are kept in order.
• Participates in Activities of Daily Living.
• Assumes additional responsibilities when assigned to maintain the quality of care for all individuals.
• Follows established HCDS policies and procedures.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as stated in the attached training program.
• Participates in all recreation programs.
• Assures the safety and welfare of all individuals.
• Assumes additional responsibilities when assigned.

4. Physical Responsibilities:

· Sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving intermittently during work hours

· Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position

· Must possess sight and hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met

· Must function independently, have personal integrity, be flexible, and able to work effectively with other personnel

· Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability

*MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION BENEFITS *RETIREMENT PLAN* EDUCATION INCENTIVES*LIFE INSURANCE/AD&D*403B PLANS *PAID VACATION, HOLIDAY & SICK TIME FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES.

We are a dynamic and diverse group making a difference in the lives of people with autism and other developmental disabilities. We seek team members that are passionate and committed to service. We offer ongoing training to our employees in order to provide opportunities for growth. Please take a look at our career opportunities, whether you are looking for the next step in your career, or are just starting out.

Company Description

We are a dynamic and diverse group making a difference in the lives of people with autism and other developmental disabilities. We seek team members that are passionate and committed to service. We offer ongoing training to our employees in order to provide opportunities for growth. Please take a look at our career opportunities, whether you are looking for the next step in your career, or are just starting out.