Teaching Assistant: Early Childhood Services Ronkonkoma Medford

Description

Who we are

Developmental Disabilities Institute, DDI, is one of the largest providers of care to children and adults with Autism, developmental disabilities and other special needs. DDI has been a part of Long Island for over 50 years serving over 1,500 children and adults with Autism, other developmental disabilities and special needs. DDI provides innovative and expansive services to our population through various educational settings, residential services, day habilitation programs and vocational services.

Working in DDI's Early Childhood Services division the Early Childhood Aide works along side the Special Education Teacher and Assistants as part of the interdisciplinary team. Working in the classroom the early Childhood Aide works with children with developmental disabilities on a variety of age-appropriate educational goals.

Positions available in Medford, Ronkonkoma and Ronkonkoma

Salary Range: $16.65-$19.98/hour

What you'll do at DDI

Set up and maintain classroom materials and supplies

Assist with bussing at arrival and dismissal

Follow lead of classroom teacher

Implement outlined behavior treatment plans

Supervise children during classroom activities

Demonstrate knowledge of outlined curriculum and IFSP/IEP goals

Assist children in all daily living activities

Work collaboratively with classroom staff and team members

Other duties as assigned

What you must be able to do:

Must be able to modify the area to secure the safety of children

Ability to move/transport a child weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 3 feet to place child on changing table

Must be able to move quickly after a child up to 200 feet to prevent elopement

Must be able to position self or maneuver classroom to facilitate student instruction in classroom and playground environment

Must have ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarms

Must be able to ascend and descend stairs with railing

What you bring to DDI:

High School Diploma required

Minimum 6 college credits

Must possess NYS Level I Teaching Assistant certification within 6 months from entering this position

What DDI can offer you:

The ability to make a difference in the lives of the individuals we support

Generous paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement and more!

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.

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