Therapeutic Journaling Teaching Assistant​/Aide

Job Details

Job Location:

Albany (Academy Main-PCFC) – Albany, NY 12208
Position Type:
Part Time – Non Benefited
Education Level: High School/GED
Salary Range: $19.00 – $21.00 hourly

Travel Percentage :
None

Job Shift: Day
Job Category:
Education – Therapeutic Journaling Teaching Assistant/Aide

• Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations of our school and students.
• Prepare materials and collaborate with the Therapeutic Journaling Facilitator for student support needs.
• Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom; record behavior data as requested; assist with crisis prevention; assist with de-escalation techniques with students.
• Help implement behavior plans (BIP); record behavior data; and the completion of incident reports when requested.
• Monitor, oversee and assist students during their journaling program within a variety of school environments (e.g., journaling classroom, field trips, guest speakers) to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
• Help implement classroom PBIS universal components and Tier 2 and Tier 3 strategies for selected students.
• Attend meetings, training, professional learning sessions (e.g., first aid, TCI, CPR, emergency procedures, behavior management) to enhance professional skills and competencies.
• Perform clerical tasks. Maintain records of student progress and write incident reports. File these reports and maintain student files. Additionally, check daily attendance and make copies. Develop classroom displays and instructional material. Finally, maintain and operate computers, smartboards, and other classroom equipment.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to incorporate information provided by parents, doctors, nurses, therapists and others to understand the needs of and provide services for students.
• Always monitor safety and well‑being of students; monitor student attitudes and encourage positive behavior and interactions with peers.
• Perform other related responsibilities as requested by the Therapeutic Journaling Facilitator and Principal.

• High School Diploma required.
• Work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6‑21.
• 2 years experience working with students in an educational setting.

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday Pay.
• 401 (K) plan.
• Life Insurance.
• Loan repayment assistance.
• Free training/CEU opportunities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Northern Rivers Family Services is committed to keeping a safe and healthy working environment for all employees and the clients we serve. As an employee of Northern Rivers Family Services, you will be expected to perform your job in the safest possible manner and to acknowledge that safety is an important part of everyday performance. As an employee of Northern Rivers Family Services, you will adhere to all safety procedures and take part in safety program activities.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor. Furthermore, the agency reserves the right to add or revise an employee's job duties at any time at its sole discretion.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at‑will” employment relationship.