(2) Full-time, hours per day are dependent upon work location, 10 month, school calendar positions
LOCATIONS:
BUSH EDUCATION CENTER: 15:1 ID Classroom Teaching Assistant Special Class at Bush Campus
COOPERS EDUCATION CENTER: High School Alternative Education Program Teaching Assistant at Coopers Campus
Students may have behavioral management needs and/or social and emotional needs.
Exemplifies the GST BOCES values of service; leadership; collaboration; and integrity
Responsible for complying with state and federal regulations and delivering specially designed instruction in the special class setting
Responsible for aligning unit plans/lessons with the NYS standards/Common Core Standards
Promotes positive and cooperative working relationships
Administers standardized tests to assess the strengths, skills, and present levels of the student
Drafts appropriate annual goals and short term objectives to present at CSE meetings
Evaluates and re-evaluates short term objectives on a regular basis throughout the school year
Keeps anecdotal records on student behaviors or events which may be needed for local CSE decision-making
Adapts and provides educational activities to differentiate instruction and meet individual needs of students
Collaborates with all related service and support personnel to provide an integrated program that addresses students' individual academic, behavioral and emotional development
Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications
Consults regularly with parents, teachers, home school counselors and all others involved with the education of the student
Plans and coordinates classroom teaching assistant's or teacher aide's schedule
Follows the schedule and procedures of the building/district of assignment
Carries out all other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Valid NYS Certification in the appropriate area of Special Education (positions at all grade levels/certification areas; SWD B-2; SWD 1-6; SWD 7-12.
Experience working with students with special needs preferred
TCI is required for all Special Education teacher positions
The teacher must be physically able and willing to meet the academic, emotional and physical needs of all students within the classroom which may consist of the following:
Heavy lifting (50 pounds or more), feeding, assisting with toileting, diapering, physical restraints, escorting, behavior management plans, getting up and down from the floor, walking with the students and getting into the swimming pool with the students.
SALARY: Per Educational Association Contract.
Plus comprehensive benefit package
Job Number: 40 SPE/ALT24