Special Education Teacher Assistant - Racker

Are you enthusiastic about supporting the growth and development of children with special needs in a dynamic, team-oriented environment? Become a Certified Special Education Teaching Assistant at Racker, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference. We are noe hiring this full-time 35 hour/week position to work with preschool children with autism in a specialized classroom program 6:1.3 classroom. Join us to help foster a culture of respect, teamwork, and creativity while empowering children to achieve their potential.

Racker offers a competitive rate and school program calendar. Our competitive benefits include health insurance, and time for continuing education, retirement investment with employer match, paid vacation for school holidays and breaks, paid sick time, and a 20% discount on childcare services for children of full time staff  hours weekly.

Apply today and start your journey with us!

Pay Rate $17.25. 

Essential Duties:

•  Provide support for the individual children in the assigned classroom as well as for the general needs of the classroom, with the supervision and leadership of the classroom teacher.
• Provide direct care support to children i.e. toileting, feeding, dressing lifting and positioning
•  Assist teacher with the program planning and implementation of IEP’s, for the classroom as a whole and/or for an individual child
•  Review IEP and relevant information concerning the children in the program with the classroom teacher in order to support the implementation of the instructional and social-emotional development of the children
•  Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team to provide continued support for carry over skill development
•  Accept feedback/guidance from the classroom teacher and site director
•  Function effectively as a member of the team through collaboration, utilizing a positive and professional approach
•  Participate in all appropriate meetings and provide input on classroom children, in addition attend weekly team meetings
•  Complete personal and program record keeping as assigned
•  Collect student data as needed
•  Communicate professionally with families per directions of the classroom teacher
•  Carry out necessary tasks for keeping the classroom running smoothly in the absence of the special education teacher
•  Contribute to a positive work and learning environment through professional courteous and confidential behavior
•  Attend training required by program regulations, including OCFS regulations, and as directed by supervisor
•  Uphold standards of professionalism with regard to behavior and dress
•  Other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Certification: New York State Teacher Assistant certification and fingerprint clearance.
• Education: High School Diploma (Associate's or bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Experience: At least one year of preschool/early childhood-related work experience. ABA experience preferred.
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational abilities, and collaboration skills.
• Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, engage in floor activities, and respond quickly to children’s needs.

Start making a meaningful impact—apply now to become a Certified Teaching Assistant with Racker!