About the Role
Wildwood School provides a comprehensive educational program for students with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities. We are looking for an energetic Teacher Assistant Substitute who can engage with our students positively and embraces our mission of strengthening the well-being of people with disabilities and their families through innovative supports.
Responsibilities
- Assists students, individually or in groups, with specialized instructional programs prepared by the teacher to present or reinforce learning concepts.
- Works with teachers to develop and use available instructional resources, materials and equipment appropriate to planned learning programs for students.
- Helps monitor students' activities in the halls and cafeteria, on the playground and during arrival and dismissal periods.
- Attends to the physical needs of students such as helping with clothing, or attending to personal hygiene and toilet habits as needed.
- Learns and uses behavior management strategies to increase students' participation in the educational program.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience with Word processing, Internet software, E-mail
- Requires 2 weeks of orientation/training.
- Ability to pass CALM training.
Skills
- Word processing
- Internet software
- Behavior management strategies
Location
- Schenectady, NY 12303
Work Type
- Per Diem
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $22.00 - $22.00 Hourly
About the Company
- Wildwood School provides a comprehensive educational program for students with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities to prepare them to be as independent as possible. Academic, social, employment, and functional skills are taught to each student as driven by their Individual Educational Plan (IEP), needs, and interests.
