Educational Assistant - Special Education

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Benefits:

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Tomorrow's Children is a residential treatment center with a school on grounds. There are two Educational Assistant positions available.

Under the direction of the special education teacher assist the student(s) in recitation, reading, and other curriculum tasks, guiding and helping them, but not teaching them

Under supervision of the special education teacher, work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher

Utilize education behavioral program in alignment with academic goals and IEP goals for each individual student. Ensure fidelity of education program.

Patiently support student learning and engagement through lessons and work time using trauma informed care and restorative practices.

Assumes supervisory role over the students when classroom teacher is out of the room

Communicate vital information regarding the students to the teacher immediately and professionally

Understands and respects the confidential nature of specific information relating to the students

Develop, maintain, and regularly update documentation for each student including but not limited to: classroom binder, student education portfolio, student binder, behavioral reports, intervention, and documentation, attendance and engagement records.

Support testing and assessment taking as assigned.

Organize and/or assist with planning special events, off ground trips/field trips, and other outings as needed. Ensure enrichment activities are available for all students.

Keep/track inventory of school, classroom, and curriculum supplies. Report a low inventory for ordering.

Ensure classroom and workspaces within the school are maintained, cleaned, organized, safe, and orderly. It’s imperative that classrooms remain clutter free to ensure safety during times of escalation and/or crisis.

Attend Education Meetings and Teacher Meetings as assigned. Attend other meetings as requested by Administration.

Physically protect students in situations of imminent danger.

Ensure training and certification is kept up to date and current. Including but not limited to: Children’s First Aid & CPR, Fire Safety, CCG, etc.

Complete general cleaning duties as assigned.

Compensation: $18.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Tomorrow’s Children is a Residential Treatment Center located in Waupaca, WI.

Our mission is to provide a structured, safe environment that offers stability and security for children and families while providing trauma informed therapeutic approaches to teach resiliency.

We treat children with behavioral and emotional issues that require intensive care.

Program Highlights:

One of the most unique aspects of our program is the ability to design an individual treatment plan to fit each child's specific needs.

Tomorrow's Children focuses on enhancing positive change with the intent of returning the child to their family/community as soon as possible.

Individual/group counseling is integrated into a child's treatment plan as appropriate to better facilitate and learn the process of internal control and coping with past issues in positive ways.

Family/caretaker involvement through family training/counseling.

Home-like environment utilizing ranch style homes.

Team approach with a high staff to child ratio.

Utilization of small group care and instruction to maximize each child's potential and involvement in the program.

Unique, comprehensive on-grounds educational program.