Teaching Assistant For Autism School (Training Available)

Autism F.I.T.S. Academy is seeking caring and dedicated individuals to join our team as a Paraprofessional. The Paraprofessional is an individual who works with students requiring instructional, and/or behavioral assistance under the supervision of the Special Education Teacher.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follows through with IEP objectives including math, reading, speech, independent skills, and managing behavioral deficits and excesses, one on one or as a general classroom aide
• Facilitates teacher directed learning activities including lesson plans, worksheets, reinforcement systems, small groups, social games, and work assistance
• Assists students in activities of daily living
• Communicates pertinent information to teachers
• Accompanies students during recess and lunch periods, along with community experiences
• Strictly adheres to confidentiality requirements regarding all matters pertaining to students, parents, parent communications, and/or classroom activities. (Note: Unless instructed otherwise by supervising teacher, all parent communication is the responsibility of certified personnel)
• Assists with activities of prescribed programs including those written by related service personnel such as PT, OT and SLP
• Assists students in the development of independent skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothing routines and personal hygiene
• May be asked to assist in behavior management techniques at the direction of the teacher and/or other school professional (i.e. BCBA, Psychologist, etc.)
• Assists teacher with clerical duties including making stimuli, making copies, maintaining a clean and organized classroom, preparing materials, and data tracking

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, students) via strong communication skills
• Computer proficiency preferred
• Successful completion of background screening and onboarding process
• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements Full command, verbal and written, of the English language
• Must be able to obtain Fingerprint Clearance Card

Benefits

At Autism F.I.T.S. Academy, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

• Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Autism F.I.T.S. Academy:

We are a private school specializing in the educational development of children diagnosed with Autism. We believe that every child with Autism should have equal opportunities to grow and learn. We specialize in individualized instruction and take a functional approach to helping students meet their educational goals.

Autism F.I.T.S. Academy is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person