Teacher's Aide Job Cleveland area,Ohio USA,Education / Teaching

Benefits

At the Gerson School, we prioritize our employees and their wellbeing. We provide competitive benefit options to our employees and their families, including domestic partners and pets.

Comprehensive health and Rx plans, including a flat rate option
Wellness program including free preventative care
Generous paid time off, including summers and school holidays
100% paid parental leave for childbirth and adoption
50% tuition reduction at Case Western Reserve University for the MNO and MSW programs
403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
Pet insurance
Employer paid life insurance and long‑term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Support for continuing education and credential renewal
Ancillary benefits including: dental, vision, voluntary life, short term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness
Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care

Qualifications

Education:

Associates Degree required. Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field preferred.

Licensure:
Educational Aide permit or Non‑tax certificate from the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce required.

Experience:

Experience working with children, adolescents, and their families required.

Other: A valid driver's license with approved driving record (less than 6 points), personal transportation and insurance, if required to drive on behalf of the agency.

School Summary

The Gerson School is an alternative placement for students whose emotional, social and behavioral struggles have impacted their ability to succeed in a public setting. We offer a unique educational environment focused on ensuring the success of our students. Individual learning plans enable each student to reach his or her maximum potential in a supportive setting. Gerson students benefit from:

A quality, differentiated curriculum led by highly qualified staff
Careful guidance in personal development
Small class sizes
Individual and group support from the school social worker and other trained staff
Preparation for return to mainstream high school or graduation to college, technical training, or full‑time employment

At Gerson, we believe in every student and are committed to providing the necessary tools and support in order for each student to excel and grow. Through our holistic approach to learning in a diverse environment, Gerson students can learn to finish what they start, overcome obstacles, demonstrate tenacity, develop and practice integrity, and develop empathy.

Job Summary

Plan, teach and evaluate student learning in a special education setting. Differentiate curriculum for all students. Help students learn to manage emotions and behavior within the classroom. Work closely with all members of the school team to deliver intervention, lessons and activities. Maintain caseload of up to 12 students. Provide services as indicated in students’ Individual Educational Plan. Maintain direct contact with students, parents/guardians, mental health professionals and home school district representatives.

Responsible for detailed student records in compliance with the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce standards. The Intervention Specialist is supervised by the School Principal.

Essential Duties

Act as the lead aide in providing support to teaching staff in applying positive behavior management principles within a designed, individualized behavior program for students.

Provide individual assistance in implementing the academic program designed by the Teacher within the Teacher's classroom.

Under the supervision from principal, participate in school in PBIS model. As necessary, implement PBIS model in classrooms and throughout the school day. Apply behavior management strategies within team designed behavior management program.

Protect children from physical and emotional harm emanating from themselves, others, or the environment.

Properly handle emergencies such as injury, runaway, and acting out situations in accordance with Agency policies and procedures.

Role model pro‑social, mediation, and self‑management skills.

Develop trusting, positive relationships among students and staff.

Should the staff have an Ohio Non‑Tax license, teach up to 2…