Job Opportunity: Teacher Aide

Teacher Aide

POSITION OVERVIEW

POSITION SUMMARY
this job offer is responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in all aspects of behavior management and supporting students success in school.

ESSENTIAL tasks AND RESPONSIBILITIES

»Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to our school and students.

»Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom; record behavior data as requested; assist with crisis avoidance; assist with de-escalation techniques with students as needed.

»Assist in the implementation of behavior plans (BIP); recording behavior data; and the completion of incident reports when requested.

»Monitor, supervise and assist students during non-instructional periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. lunch, recess/breaks, bus loading/unloading, playground, classroom, washroom, field trips, transportation, assemblies, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

»Assist in the implementation of classroom PBIS universal components and Tier 2 and Tier 3 strategies for selected students as requested.

»Attend meetings, training, professional learning sessions (e.g. first aid, TCI, CPR, emergency procedures, behavior management, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing professional expertise and competencies.

»Perform various clerical tasks as needed; maintain records of student progress; develop and file incident reports; maintain student files; check everyday attendance; make copies; develop classroom displays and instructional material; maintain and operate computers, smartboards and other classroom equipment.

»Collaborate with teacher and other staff to incorporate information provided by parents, doctors, nurses, therapists and others in order to understand the needs of and provide services for students.

»Constantly monitor safety and well-being of students; monitor student attitudes and encourage positive behavior and interactions with peers.

»Perform other related tasks and responsibilities as requested by the teacher and/or principal

EDUCATION and/or practice

»High School Diploma required

» capability to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6-21

CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE

»None

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