Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)
Company: Kennedy Day School
Location: Weymouth
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
Under the direct supervision of the homeroom Special Educator,
the Teaching Assistant aids in the day-to-day operation of the
classroom and with the implementation of each homeroom student's
Individualized Education Program Plan. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES*Assists in Provision Of Special Education Services
To Students In Accordance With Individualized Education Program
Plans And School Practices.*Implements a daily schedule of events
and activities that reflect content, pacing and variety appropriate
to identified student needs and skills.Follows scheduled activity
plans with students.Uses educational materials with students,
safely and effectively, in keeping with established classroom
activities and procedures.v Encourages student involvement in
activities and decisions related to their learning and conduct.v
Provides positive guidance and supports for safety and learning to
students in a fair, affirming and dignified manner, consistent with
prescribed classroom procedures.Assists students in meeting
personal care needs such as toileting, feeding, dressing, and
repositioning throughout the school day.Interprets students' needs
and other pertinent information from subtle expressions of sound,
physical orientation, gesture and facial expression.When fulfilling
the role of a one-to-one assistant, additionally focuses attention,
as appropriate, on an individual student, in keeping with that
student's delineated goals, objectives and instructional
profile.Follows procedures and policies set forth by the Hospital
and Day School Administration.Helps foster a safe, stimulating,
supportive and non-threatening learning atmosphere, maintaining an
appropriate balance between freedom and control, and creating a
feeling of trust and openness with students.*Demonstrates Care and
Responsibility In Endeavors And Communicates Effectively As A Team
Member*Communicates constructive and critical information regarding
student needs, student performance and school-related activities to
the homeroom Special Education Teacher in a professional and timely
manner.Assists the Special Educator in organizing classroom space
and resources for maximum utility and safety.Assists in proper
maintenance of all educational and student personal care materials
and equipment.To ensure safety, assists students in disembarking
school transportation vehicles and entering school and later in
re-boarding vehicles at school dismissal.Applies appropriate
judgment in maintaining a safe, healthy and effective learning
environment, on the school campus and in the community.Identifies
the need for assistance in working with students and appropriately
seeks help or advice in a timely fashion.Demonstrates appropriate
regard for arrival, departure and appointment schedules.Takes on
new assignments and shares responsibilities fairly.Shares ideas and
insights with colleagues in a constructive and timely manner and
uses other professionals as resources.Lifts and transports students
weighing up to 150 pounds, using safe body mechanics.*Strives To
Increase Skills As A Member Of The School Faculty *Participates in
workshops, conferences and meetings.Fulfills continuing education
requirements that may pertain to the position, whether mandated by
statute or instituted by Day School Policies.Responds
constructively to supervisory direction.Minimum
Requirements:Associate's Degree in a related field and relevant
experience.Job Type: Full-timePay: $20.00 $27.00 per hourBenefits:*
401(k)* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid time off* Tuition
reimbursementSchedule:* 8 hour shift* Day shift* Monday to
FridayEducation:* High school or equivalent (Required)Work
Location: One location
Keywords: Kennedy Day School, Weymouth , Teaching Assistant (Full-Time), Other , Weymouth, Massachusetts
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