What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Assistant position at Partners in Child Development?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are Partners in Child Development, a nonprofit human services organization that has provided individualized educational and therapeutic programming to children and supported their families for over fifty years. We celebrate our foundational and meaningful past while looking toward a bright future of growth and furthering our mission "Nurturing the growth and potential of EVERY child" through innovation, professional development, new therapeutic approaches, and additional programming.
PCD provides children of all abilities, ages birth to 12, with a solid foundation for lifelong learning so they can achieve their full potential and thrive. PCD's family of programs includes : an Approved Private Special Education School, Early Intervention Program, Early Childhood Program, Private Therapies, Regional Consultation Program, and Toddler Playgroups.
The Job
The Anderson School, our oldest program, located in Andover, MA is looking for a full-time, dedicated and caring Teaching Assistant . The school's program supports students ages 3-12 with multiple disabilities, moderate to severe developmental delays, and complex medical needs. The school is open Monday-Friday from 8 : 00 am - 3 : 00 pm M-F and follows a school calendar, including holidays and closing periods
The Teaching Assistant is an entry level position that works closely with the Special Education Teacher in a classroom of approximately 5 students who have multiple disabilities, moderate to severe developmental delays, and complex medical needs. Responsibilities include assisting our special education teachers and school therapists with implementation of IEP goals and objectives, as well as helping with classroom activities and maintaining a clean and neat classroom environment. This position will support the physical and minimal health needs of our students which may include lifting, positioning, seating, feeding, toileting / diapering, and mobility. The school is open Monday-Friday from 8 : 00 am - 3 : 00 pm M-F and follows a school calendar, including holidays and closing periods
To apply , please visit our careers page at mypcd.org / careers
Requirements :
- Prior experience working with students with disabilities preferable
- Training or coursework in special education preferable
- High school diploma or GED
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Program Director and Executive Director may find appropriate and acceptable
PCD is proud to offer a supportive team environment with ongoing support and mentoring, as well as a great benefits package including :
Salary Description
20 / hour
Salary : $20
