School Behavior Support Teaching Assistant

ED EUDES Full Time Albany, NY, US

St. Anne Institute is a human service agency whose mission is to partner with individuals and families in a supportive and inclusive environment to achieve shared goals and strengthen communities. The vision of St. Anne Institute is to be the leading provider of innovative and equitable human services through the Guiding Principles of Loving, Caring and Protecting.

$20.40 (40 hours per week)

Medical, dental, vision, FSA, voluntary life, STD, LTD, Legan Plan, Pet Insurance available the first of the Month following thirty (30) days of employment, 403(B), tuition reimbursement, accrued personal and sick time and holidays.

Under the direction of the Director of Education, the school behavior support teaching assist will maintain the safety, security, supervision and flow of students in the hallways, stairwells grounds and common areas throughout the school day.

• Implement Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) practices and de-escalation strategies across school programs
• Assist in crisis situations in accordance with the TCI model
• Maintain the safety of school areas by managing the environment during recreation periods, between classes and out of routine when needed.
• Secure the students in the building and search the area if safety permits for the student if student leaves without permission.
• Communicate safety concerns and other observations to staff in a timely manner.
• Assist with the transition of students into and out of the school programs.
• Plan and assist with the transition of students in and out of the school program ensuring all students arrive and are dismissed in an orderly fashion and that all students are always accounted for
• Supervise students on the units and at outside appointments when needed

High school diploma or GED required; ability to maintain strict confidentiality, attention to detail and patience to handle difficult situations required; experience working in a school setting with a diverse population preferred.

St. Anne Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.