Teacher Assistant

Starting Rate : $15 - $19 / hour based on experience

Environment : Special Education Program Elementary School

ChanceLight Behavioral Health Therapy & Education a growing dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking Teacher Assistants to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you thrive in a supportive student-centered outcome-driven environment seek a career with genuine purpose and possess patience empathy a positive attitude and a stellar work ethic We Should Talk!

As a Teacher Assistant youll play a vital role in shaping students success by providing personalized support supervision and guidance. Collaborating closely with classroom educators youll help implement each students Individualized Education Program (IEP) tailoring instruction to their unique needs both in the classroom and within the community. Your dedication will empower students to reach their full potential building essential skills and confidence along the way.

Responsibilities Include :

• Collaborating closely with classroom teachers to cultivate a supportive welcoming and high-achieving learning environment where all students feel safe and valued.
• Implementing engaging individualized instruction and behavioral interventions both on-site and in community settings aligned with each students unique goals and objectives.
• Instructing and closely monitoring students during classroom lessons ensuring instructional fidelity and applying targeted strategies to enhance student comprehension and successful course completion.
• Encouraging individual student growth by consistently tracking progress against established timelines and proactively communicating with classroom teachers regarding students successes and areas needing additional intervention.
• Managing student behavior effectively reinforcing our schools philosophy and policies and applying consistent disciplinary measures in collaboration with classroom teachers.
• Supporting and mentoring students facing academic challenges encouraging personal growth and assisting them in developing essential community vocational leisure domestic academic and social skills.
• Completing clear accurate and timely documentation of student behaviors and performance reporting meaningful observations and offering actionable recommendations to relevant staff.
• Assisting with the preparation of detailed behavioral reports daily activity logs and other necessary documentation.
• Communicating proactively and clearly with students colleagues supervisors and families regarding student needs achievements and areas of concern working in close partnership with teachers and administration.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of all student records and information at all times.
• Participating actively in assurance and accreditation activities contributing to achieving site performance standards and accreditation requirements.
• Participating in school-wide student-parent and advisory meetings to foster collaborative support networks and positive educational outcomes.
• Responding positively and constructively to formal and informal feedback demonstrating continuous professional growth.
• Performing additional responsibilities as needed to support student success and contribute to the overall effectiveness of our educational community.

Qualifications Required :

ChanceLight Behavioral Health Therapy & Education is the nations leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide we have helped change the direction of more than 240000 student lives !

Learn more about our history our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below :

Perks and Benefits Include :

Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision Plans

If youre ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future This Is Your Chance !

Join us and together we can empower students to overcome challenges build confidence and unlock their full potential!

Careers With ChanceLight Work. With Purpose.

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Key Skills

Early Childhood Education,Customer Service,Infant Care,Classroom Management,Classroom Experience,Daycare,Lesson Planning,Preschool Experience,Teaching,Training & Development,Child Protective Services,Experience with Children

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 15 - 19