Preschool Teacher Assistant

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every DayPosition: Preschool Teacher AssistantPay: $22.66/hourLocation: Getzville, NYSchedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, 35 hrs./weekThe Summit Center is Western New York's leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.Why Work With Us?Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!)Up to 12 days of paid time off14-16 paid holidays annuallyPotential for annual raises and profit sharingTuition ReimbursementHealth, dental, vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)On-Site daycare available (certain locations)Employee Assistance Program:Free mental health counselingFree childcare referralsAccess to legal servicesGrief/eldercare supportFinancial planning resourcesYour Impact as a Preschool Teacher AssistantThe Preschool Teacher Assistant supports the delivery of instruction and ensures fulfillment of IEP mandates by assisting with lesson plans, data collection, and classroom activities. They help with implementing established behavior plans, home-school communication, and have the ability to assume teacher responsibilities as needed.Assist in instruction and fulfillment of IEP mandatesImplement established behavior plan(s)Ability to assume teacher responsibilitiesAssist teacher to implement and monitor individual lesson plans, data collection and charting systemsAssist in conducting classroom activities that enhance opportunity to develop skills in areas of needAssist with routine classroom functionsAssist with home-school communicationAssist with all required paperwork to be completedAbility to travel to satellite locations upon requestAdheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and RespectAdheres to the Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time OffMaintain strict confidentialityEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or equivalentOne year of experience working in a classroom/educational settingOne year of experience working with childrenCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: New York State Teaching Assistant Certificate or New York State Teaching Certificate (if you do not currently posses the certificate, you must obtain it within six months of hire)At The Summit Center, you'll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference.Apply now to become a #DifferenceMaker!