Teaching Assistant Job at Academics West, New York, NY

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  • Academics West
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Start: Immediate

Teaching Assistant

Academic Wests Teacher Assistants primary function is to support the Lead Teacher in either the Lower School or Upper School. The Teaching Assistant will support the accomplishment of classroom and lesson objectives through instructional activities. The Teaching Assistant will also assist and reinforce learning concepts while providing behavioral and classroom management to promote a positive classroom environment. These duties include helping Lead Teachers with basic administrative tasks.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Provide academic support and instruction based on lesson objectives
  • Familiarity with the Lead Teachers weekly lesson plans (e.g., ability to support in case of an absence/pull-out)
  • Support Lead Teacher on student performance through such actions as aiding with report writing and recording grades
  • Collect classroom academic and behavioral data
  • Provide support with classroom management
  • Attend mandatory professional development meetings, weekly school meetings and bi-weekly team meetings
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Understand and follow safety procedures
  • Support Lead Teacher with instructional aids and plans
  • Provide activities for children that encourage healthy growth
  • Provide a supportive and caring environment for students
  • Prepare instructional aids and plans
  • Basic understanding of behavioral principles (e.g., ABA, behavioral data collection, ABC charts, token economy, behavioral modification, etc.)
  • Willingness to learn Collaborative Problem Solving approaches to supporting struggling students
Level of Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor or higher preferred in education or related field
  • Preference given to those actively pursuing career in education
  • Knowledge is specific subject matter preferred
  • Experience with students with behavioral and/or learning issues preferred.
  • Experience in early childhood and/or special education is strongly preferred.

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