Substitute: Teacher, Special Education - Continuous Recruitment

Special Education Teaching Assistant

Applications are continuously being accepted for these positions and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region.

Students have behavioral management needs and/or physical disabilities. The teaching assistant 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 and 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.

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) is required for all Special Education teaching Assistant Positions.

• Exemplifies the GST BOCES values of service; leadership; collaboration; and integrity.
• Assists with the instruction of students.
• Possesses the skills and demonstrates the ability to instruct the unit plans/lesson plans provided by the teacher in the classroom.
• Demonstrates the knowledge of Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans. (writing and implementing).
• Possesses the overall ability to make good decisions.
• Has the ability to take the role of the teacher in his/her absence.
• Demonstrates the ability to be a team player and promote positive and cooperative working relationships.
• Possesses knowledge of State and Federal Special Education regulations.
• Possesses good problem-solving and communication skills.
• Able to provide instruction following the New York State Common Core Learning Standards.
• Keeps and records anecdotal records and data on student behavior and academics.
• Collaborates with all staff involved in the education of the students.
• Possesses the ability to provide a safe, positive and caring learning environment for all students.
• Demonstrates knowledge of NYS graduation and CDOS requirements.
• Carries out all other duties as assigned.