Teacher's Aide Whitestone Day School - Education

The starting rate for this position is $17.00 USD Hourly or higher, based on experience and education. However, it is highly encouraged to obtain your TA-1 Certification to be promoted to an Teacher Assistant position. Once certification is completed, your hourly rate will increase to $21.00 hourly. The school will assist and guide you on your path to certification.

This position requires you to work with individuals on the Autism Spectrum between the ages of 5-21 years old.

QSAC is seeking dedicated and energetic Teacher's Aide, who provide direct instructional services to students under the general supervision of a New York State certified teacher. The role focuses on small group instruction as outlined by the supervising teacher. A Teacher's Aide supports the students’ recreation, motor, vocational, socialization and communication, leisure and motor skills through the use of behavior analytic teaching procedures.

• Ensure health, safety & welfare of individuals.
• Aide classroom teacher as needed.
• Maintain student engagement and support student in participation in classroom activities.
• Maintain student safety.
• Maintain participant/family confidentiality.
• Complete required program documentation/certifications (e.g. Employee Medicals, PPD, CPR, etc. as required).
• Commitment to company values and adherence to policies.
• Punctuality and regular attendance is expected.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management.

• High school diploma/GED.
• Clearance through state mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s).
• Ability to run.
• Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20lb items.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others and individuals served.

QSAC benefits are terrific and go beyond health and retirement!

You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture.

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff)
• Medical can be as low as $10 dollar per paycheck ( for FT staff)
• Generous Paid Time Off policy (for full time staff)
• Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement with Discretionary Employer Match (for FT staff)
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations.

QSAC is Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC.