Teacher Aide-1:1

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Teacher Aide-1:1 Regular Full-Time Full Time Yonkers, NY, US 1 Attachments 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1418 Salary Range: $17.50 To $23.39 Hourly Job Overview of Teacher Aide The Full Time Teacher Aide is responsible for maintaining a safe, predictable and therapeutic living environment for children in care at The Orchard School. The Teacher Aide provides close supervision, counseling, and support to the children during the school day. Ensures that the basic needs of children are met, and that the school is maintained in a safe, orderly, predictable, therapeutic, structured and clean condition; works as part of a multidisciplinary team which includes teachers, certified teaching assistants, support staff, social workers and other professionals. This position is a 12-month position, schedule based on Orchard School Calendar with mandated six-week summer program. Hours: 8:00AM-3:45 PM, Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri. Wed: 8:00:AM until 5:00 PM Essential Duties of Teacher Aide Assists the teacher in planning and preparing for daily instructions. Supports the teacher in delivering classroom instruction Supervises children to ensure safety Is flexible, supportive, and accommodating in crisis or unplanned situations. Knows and complies with agency standards regarding therapeutic crisis intervention and restraint. Provides children with appropriate supervision at all times. Adheres to school programming plan and routines. Provides guidance and assistance needed to help children maintain their clothing, personal hygiene and personal possessions in a neat, clean, and orderly way. Remains positively engaged with children at all times, throughout the workday. Demonstrates understanding of the child’s challenges and the role the Teacher Aide plays in the child’s treatment plan. Actively participates in team discussions and cooperates to follow through on plans. Completes all paperwork requirements clearly, accurately and in a timely fashion. Actively participates in training opportunities and supervisory discussions. Attends meetings and trainings as required. Performs other duties necessary to ensure to smooth functioning of the classroom and school. Supports overall strategic plan of the organization Ability to adhere to our organizations core values and commitments Essential Qualifications of Teacher Aide Willing to train the right candidate Good Oral and Written Communication Skills. Ability to access and utilize ADP app on smartphone or other device for access to agency programs Physical/Travel Requirements of Teacher Aide Must possess ability to sit, stand, walk, run, climb stairs, kneel, and lifts weights of up to 30lbs. Candidates who are successfully hired, must participate in our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training which concludes with a written and verbal test, and you will be evaluated on conducting a proper physical restraint. The employee must be able to meet these requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation. Benefits of Teacher Aide Generous PTO, personal and sick time Health Insurance 401(k) Employer Contributions Tuition Reimbursement Flex Spending Accounts Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance Professional Development Disclaimer Nothing in this job description restricts Andrus’ right to modify the duties/responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice. EEO Statement Andrus is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Andru