Teaching Assistant

Overview

Why Choose Metro? For over thirty years, Metro Therapy, Inc (now a subsidiary of Powerback Rehab) has been serving the educational and developmental needs of the pediatric populations throughout the greater New York city area. Metro is still locally run by the same family and continues to add diverse leaders who embrace the dedication to the community and yet bring new insightful knowledge that will allow us to provide the absolute best services for our clients.

We have recently joined Powerback Rehab in an effort to provide employees with lower cost benefits, access to clinical support teams, and possible career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in the general

supervision and management of the children. The Aide may also be assigned as a one-to-one for a

particular child and assist the child in daily activities within the school setting. This position serves

children from birth to 21 years.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Assists in the implementation of daily programs and activities under the direction of the teacher.

2. Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers and

preparing needed materials and supplies.

3. Attends to the students with physical needs in the classroom including daily and functional living

skills.

4. Encourages students by providing positive feedback about their abilities and performance.

5. Assists teachers with the administration of tests and assignments and monitoring student

progress.

6. Addresses behaviors and coordinates with teachers when appropriate for behavior management.

7. Supervises student activities outside the classroom such as recess, specials, and the restroom,

when needed.

8. Demonstrates an awareness of and adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the

facility with an emphasis on maintaining a safe environment for all persons working in the facility.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The Teaching Assistant shall be at least 18 years of age.

A high school diploma is required.

At least 1 year experience in child care/development is required.

Must hold a valid Teaching Assistant Certification.

Bilingual Preferred (English/Spanish).

Posted Salary Range

USD $19.50 - USD $25.00 /Hr.

Genesis Health Care, Inc. and all affiliated entities (collectively "Genesis") has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Genesis is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.