Teaching Assistant

Position Summary

Matthew’s Center is a non-profit organization, education-based organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of children and families affected by autism and related disabilities. We contract with many jurisdictions and parents to provide 1:1 data-driven instruction. The primary focus is placed on the development and improvement of functional communication skills, daily living skills, play/social skills, and implementing an effective behavior intervention plan based on positive behavioral supports.

Skills are taught using ABA techniques in a natural environment.

We are currently in search of a Teaching Assistant to perform support tasks to provide assistance to teacher and lead teaching assistant in the implementation of effective instructional practices based on the needs identified in students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Assists in the daily management of the students.

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of students’ IEPs in collaboration with other instructional staff. Collect data based on IEP goals under the direction of the program facilitator and teacher.
• Prepare materials for lesson plans and individual student plans. Carry out lesson plans under the guidance of the program facilitator and teacher. Employ ABA strategies and techniques during instruction to promote students’ educational, physical, and social development.
• Assist in the implementation of the plan for managing student behaviors in accordance with established guidelines using a variety of positive behavioral supports.
• Routinely assist students in eating, dressing, toileting, braces, position, and with matters relating to personal hygiene and health related services.
• Assist in daily classroom and building chores.

• High School diploma or equivalent. Supplemental training in autism and/or any of the disability areas served by the day school preferred.
• 1-year experience preferred. Experience in autism and/or special education preferred.
• Must undergo criminal background checks and child protective service registry check. Must also obtain TB screening upon employment.

Please submit resume and cover letter to kdunston
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