Job Description

Friends School is looking for experienced, dedicated, and enthusiastic individuals to work as Pathways Instructors. This position will work Monday through Friday and a variety of shifts are available - 7:30am - 3:30pm, 8:30am-3:30pm, and 8:30am - 5:30pm. Friends School operates on a schedule similar to that of the public schools. The salary for this position ranges between $23,000 - 31,000 depending on education, experience, and schedule. If the employee chooses to work summer camp (8:15am - 1:45pm Monday through Friday in June and July), they can earn up to $4000 in additional salary. Successful candidates will have experience working with children with identified disabilities, including autism and Down Syndrome. RBTs encouraged to apply.

Special Education Paraprofessional

The Special Education Assistant Teacher assists classroom staff, the inclusion team, and the Assistant Head of School in meeting the needs of students with identified special needs, including those with autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental delays. The Special Education Assistant Teacher also assists with general supervision and management of a class of children and reports to the Pathways Coordinator and the administrative team of the school.

Qualifications:

The person selected for this position must:

Be at least 18 years of age

Have experience in the field of education

Have experience in working with children with special needs

Possess at least a high school diploma or equivalent; Child Development Associate's Credential strongly preferred.

Have a non-remarkable crime check

Commit to ongoing professional development

Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs

Responsibilities:

Treat children with dignity and respect

Demonstrate professionalism with children, staff, and parents

Assist in planning and implementing the general program in partnership with the teachers and the Head of School

Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up lessons or interest centers, and preparing needed materials and supplies, with respect to children with special needs

Plan and prepare items needed for curricular adaptations such as picture schedules, communication books, first/then boards, etc...

Perform general housekeeping tasks

Attend staff orientation and all staff meetings

Attend all team meetings

Participate in the required 18 hours of professional development per school year

Assist with or attend school sponsored events

Demonstrate caring about children within and beyond the classroom

Develop appropriate, cordial relationships with parents

Collaborate as a team player with teachers and administrators

Respond appropriately to supervision

Help meet the needs of individual children with respect for their interests, special needs, talents, and individual style of learning

Meet all applicable licensing regs and accreditation standards

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance
Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:

Special education: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person