Special Education Teacher Assistant

Full Time and Part Time Teacher Assistant Opportunities

40 hrs = (M-TU-W-TH-F 8am-4pm) some flexibility available

This is a year-round program

Are you passionate about igniting positive change in the lives of children and adolescents with Autism and other developmental disabilities? Do you thrive in an environment where collaboration is key, and every day presents an opportunity for growth and impact? If your answer is a resounding "yes," then we've got an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Teacher Assistant (TA)!

As a TA at our May Center School in Wilmington, you'll be an essential part of our mission to support individuals ages 3-21 with Autism and developmental disabilities in the classroom in achieving their goals and aspirations. In this role, you'll work directly with students exhibiting severe behaviors such as aggression and self-injury, using physical management and de-escalation techniques to ensure safety during crises. Your compassion and ability to implement intervention strategies will be critical in helping students navigate challenging moments while fostering a positive learning environment. You'll utilize the proven methods of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to assist in their skill-building and behavioral growth.

Get ready to be a catalyst for positive change and embark on a fulfilling journey where your passion meets purpose. Join us as we make a meaningful difference, one day at a time!

Get Ready to Transform: Your Role in Action!

• Collaborative Teamwork: Partner closely with lead teachers to bring individualized educational plans (IEPs) to life, ensuring each student's unique needs are met.

• Direct Support: Provide hands-on assistance with personal care tasks and expertly manage behavioral crises, offering unwavering support to students during classroom activities to foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.

• Positive Communication: Harness the power of positive behavior support strategies to cultivate essential social skills, enhance communication abilities, and promote independence among students.

• Cultivating a Supportive Atmosphere: Cultivate a warm, supportive atmosphere where students feel valued, respected, and empowered to embrace their journey of learning and growth.

• Documentation and Reporting: Thoroughly document student progress and maintain open lines of communication with parents, caregivers, and the multidisciplinary team, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in each student's educational journey.

Your Skills and Talents: A Winning Combination!

• Age requirement: Must be 18 years or older to be eligible for employment

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required

• Driver's license: Valid and current U.S. driver's license required

• Availability: Monday through Friday 8am-4pm (some flexibility available). FT and PT opportunities. This is a year-round program, including summers.

• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and empathy towards individuals with diverse abilities and backgrounds

• Qualities: Reliability, compassion, and patience, coupled with a genuine passion for making a positive impact in people's lives

• Adaptability: Ability to adjust to varying needs, preferences, and communication styles of those we support

• Flexibility: Capacity to adapt to changing environments and respond effectively to unexpected situations
  

Unlock the aMAYzingness: Why This Role!

• Compensation: $23 per hour with a $.50 increase after six months!

• Generous Paid Time Off:Enjoy ample vacation time along with paid holidays, including a floating holiday to celebrate your birthday!

• Comprehensive Health Benefits:Get covered with competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Investing in Your Growth:Take advantage of paid training and certification opportunities to level up your skills.

• Support When You Need It: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and guidance.

• Financial Flexibility:Benefit from a dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) and options for LTD and STD insurance coverage, along with voluntary benefit options.

• Investing in Your Education:Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement and loan repayment assistance programs.

• Secure Your Future:Plan for retirement with confidence through our 403B retirement plan with employer match.
  

  • *Benefits received dependent on number of hours consistently worked
    
    

Join us and experience a culture that values your well-being and invests in your future!