POSITION : Teacher Assistant- Part Time.
JOB SUMMARY :
The Social Skills Teacher Assistant is responsible for supporting the lead teacher in providing a safe, non-threatening environment conducive to helping students learn social skills and develop friendships while upholding Social Motion Skills’ standards and core values.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Follow teacher instruction and guidance during lessons and activities.
- Assist in general supervision and behavior management of students.
- Demonstrate, model and positively reinforce desired behaviors.
- Interact with and encourage student participation during lessons and activities.
- Lead student activities and coach students’ social interactions during weekly facilitated game time.
- Accompany students on monthly community outings.
- Facilitate social interaction among students during monthly community outings.
- Present subject matter to students under the guidance of the lead teacher.
- Lead class in case of teacher absence.
- Utilize basic behavioral strategies such as prompting, modeling, and video modeling during lessons.
- Take photos and videos of classroom activities in accordance with Social Motion guidelines.
- Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards.
- Other duties as assigned.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS :
- Associates degree or minimum of 2 years college hours.
- At least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
- Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience.
- 21 years or older.
SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS :
- Knowledge of autism and similar cognitive challenges.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national o
About The Center for Pursuit :
The Center promotes the pursuit of choice, growth, and independence for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, or similar conditions.