Teacher Assistant at Norman Howard School Inc

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAbout Our Organization:The Norman Howard School was established in 1980 by parents and community professionals, and is a nonprofit, NYSED-approved, 12:1:1, academic, special education program. Students grades 5-12 from over 30 school districts experience a rich and diverse school culture, learn strategies for managing their special learning needs, and graduate alongside their public school peers.Job Summary:The Norman Howard School (NHS) considers Teaching Assistants to be integral members of its instructional team. Teaching Assistants take an active role in the classroom, working with students with diverse learning needs.Job Responsibilities:Support lessons developed by the classroom teacher and assist in supervising classroom activities. Adhere to school policies and procedures regarding student behavior and expectations within a PBIS framework.Function as an integral member of a grade level educational team.Fulfill supervisory duties, as assigned.Participate in school activities and events, in accordance with school policy. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Implement lessons as directed by teacher.Provide functional behavioral thinking and multi-levels of behavior support.Demonstrate strong organizational management skills.Possess strong verbal skills. Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma New York State Teaching Assistant certification. Prior experience teaching students with learning disabilities preferred.Able to work some flexible hours to accommodate parent/guardian meetings, school activities, and other mandated events/meetings.Salary:$16.95-$21.50/hour based on work and education experience Commitment to DEI:It is our pledge to nourish an organizational culture which strives to:Embrace diversity in all forms and structure policies and practices to increase representation of qualified individuals who reflect the communities we servePrioritize equity in employment, compensation, promotion, and professional developmentIncrease access to quality services, educational and economic opportunities, and lifelong success for students and familiesValue the unique backgrounds and experiences of each person we employ and serveCultivate a work environment where all people feel safe to express ideasKeywords:teachers aide, instructional assistant, classroom assistant, middle school, high school