Teacher Assistant - CARES School

Description Are you looking for an opportunity to work with children within an educational environment that is focused on the most current treatment interventions in the area of Autism? Do you want to join a multi‑disciplinary team with a strengths‑based approach, emphasizing applied behavior analysis and positive behavior supports? Being a Teacher Assistant at Devereux has its advantages! As a Teacher Assistant you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. Every day as a Teacher Assistant you will... Ensure student safety Assist in establishing classroom environments that is conducive to maximum learning by maintaining structure and guiding students to socially appropriate behaviors Work with the Special Education Teachers to implement skill acquisition and behavioral reduction programs individually and in small groups Perform ongoing data collection and record keeping as directed by Special Education Teacher Support and reinforce PBIS goals and objectives You will be offered: Shift: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm (52 week year round position) Compensation: $20.00 - $22.80 per hour (based upon experience) Training, growth and development opportunities Benefit Eligibility After 30 days of Employment (1st day of the 30 days) mydevereuxbenefits.org ASCEND – Career Accelerator Program Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Special Education preferred. Experience: Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and/or behavioral disorders preferred. What Devereux Offers You In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full‑time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer: Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. Generous time‑off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. Employee assistance / work‑life balance program. Visit to see why Devereux is a great place to work! Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health