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About the Role
Academy for Young Minds (AYM), powered by Gersh, is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join our team in state-of-the-art classrooms. AYM is a private school for learners on the Autism Spectrum. This is a full-time, 12-month school calendar position. The Assistant Teacher will provide instruction to students, implement individualized curricular activities, and support student learning through data collection.
Responsibilities
- Support the teacher in utilizing appropriate methodologies such as Applied Behavior Analysis, Collaborative Problem Solving, or other effective strategies that prioritize the student’s needs.
- Create a positive, authentic learning environment by displaying student work and projects.
- Maintain a consistent and safe classroom environment for students.
- Assist the teacher in planning and executing lessons tailored to individual student needs and appropriate group lessons.
- Modify materials as needed to ensure effective student learning.
- Keep accurate student records, including relevant information in each student's binder and writing annual reports as per guidelines.
- Implement and support Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) for each student.
- Administer assessments to track student progress and identify areas of concern.
- Collaborate with professionals, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, and others to support a team-based approach.
- Promote student health, safety, and social interaction with peers.
- Participate in required training, team meetings, community activities, and school events.
- Communicate regularly with supervisors regarding classroom dynamics and student development.
- Complete daily attendance reports and supervise students during bathroom and mealtime activities, including cleaning and assisting with hygiene tasks.
- Support the overall classroom environment by ensuring cleanliness, including sweeping floors and cleaning counters, shelves, refrigerators, and microwaves.
- Attend all required staff meetings, workshops, and open houses.
- Assign staff to students each morning and check daily data collection each afternoon.
- Other, as assigned by administration.
Requirements
- Experience in teaching special education students (preferably using ABA methodology)
- Understanding of the needs of students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and/or other developmental disabilities
- Knowledge of NYS Common Core Standards
- Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
- Computer proficiency (e.g., data base, word processing, etc.)
- Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, may need to implement CPI (therapeutic holds) procedures.
- Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, be able to lift a child.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday
- Ability to lift (at least 50-65 pounds), assist, and/or physically support students, which may include lifting or guiding students of varying sizes
- Ability to physically intervene when required to ensure safety (per CPI training)
- Ability to remove oneself and/or others from unsafe situations quickly
- Ability to maintain attention and focus in a dynamic, high-stimulation environment
- Ability to multi-task and shift priorities quickly
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making, particularly in high-pressure or safety-sensitive situations
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional relationships
- Ability to perform duties under stress, including during behavioral escalations
Skills
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Collaborative Problem Solving
- Data collection
- Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
- Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP)
- NYS Common Core Standards
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Computer proficiency
- CPI (therapeutic holds) procedures
- Teamwork
Location
- Long Island City, Queens
Work Type
- Full-time
- 12-month school calendar
Experience Level
- Experienced
Education Level
- New York State Teaching Assistant (TA) Certification (Preferred)
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive work environment
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k matching)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Training & Development
About the Company
- Academy for Young Minds (AYM) is a private school for learners on the Autism Spectrum.
- Gersh Autism offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to your personal and professional growth.