We are looking for patient, kind, hard-working and creative individuals to provide one-to-one student support in a unique learning environment.

Job description:

• As a member of the educational and therapeutic team, the teacher assistant provides comprehensive direct care and instructional support for students with autism spectrum disorders.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide one-to-one supplemental academic and therapeutic instruction to students according to their individualized educational plan.

• Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials as assigned by supervising therapist for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing student objectives.

• Provide ongoing communication regarding student progress or issues with therapists, teachers, support staff, and the director. Also, maintain daily communication between home and school.

• Support students across all environments, including community outings and inclusion settings when needed.

• Follow behavioral management programs as developed by the team and school policies.

• Record and maintain academic instruction and behavioral data.

• Assist student with self-help skills: meals, toileting, grooming.

• Participate in staff training, staff meetings, and case review meetings

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma

• Experience working with individuals with autism is preferred.

• Must pass a background check.

• Must be willing to take a PPD skin test and/or submit proof of a current (last 60 days) Negative TB result.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, running, walking, lifting, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching. Employees must be able to lift more than 25 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Please email your resume and desired position to: dvescolani@giantstepsstl.org