Teacher Aide

$35,360 - $39,520/Yr

Powerback Rehabilitation - Hauppauge, NY

Part-time - Entry Level

Hauppauge, NY

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Teacher Aide will assist the classroom teacher in supervising and managing children, providing support in daily activities, and ensuring a positive learning environment. This role involves working with students aged 3-21 and requires a warm personality, sensitivity to the needs of others, and a commitment to the school's educational philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the implementation of the daily program under the direction of the teacher.
• Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Assists the student in daily life skills.
• Maintains professional attitudes and loyalty to the school.
• Maintains confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees outside the school.
• Supervises student activities outside the classroom.
• Follows directions given by teacher or immediate supervisor.
• Completes daily tasks and assignments and processes large volumes of work associated with the operation of the department.
• Builds positive relationships based on respect for others.
• Demonstrates a helpful, positive attitude.
• Maintains effective communication with clinical staff and employed staff.
• Reports any accidents, injuries, and unsafe equipment and conditions to supervisor by the end of the shift.
• Participates in quality improvement programs as directed.
• Demonstrates an awareness of and adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A background in care/development is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $17 - $19.
• Part-time work schedule.