Founded in 1876, The Children's Home of Kingston provides a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for youth and families. Our mission is to strengthen their ability to make positives choices through education, structure, and compassionate care. We are currently seeking Teacher Assistant(s) to help continue our legacy of making a lasting impact in the lives of young people. Our school Grove St Academy is a NYSED Certified 853 special education school located on the campus of the Children's Home of Kingston in Kingston, NY. Grove St Academy provides necessary educational services for both day and residential students age range 8-21, grades 4th -12th. Grove Street Academy specializes in small classroom settings and utilizes project-based learning on campus and in the community. We use a Trauma System Therapy approach throughout the campus and provide the students and their families with a system of support and interventions that are not available within the public education sectors.

Teaching Assistant Job Responsibilities:

• Assists students with school resources
• Escorts students to and from lunch, specials, and other activities
• Shares responsibility for effective classroom operations and student management
• Assists teachers in planning and executing instruction, encouraging student progress, and providing student behavior support
• Fill in for teachers' absence, may be asked to carry out teaching duties
• Reviews and carries out services and accommodations as outlined in students' Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Intervention Plan (PBIP)
• Required to receive Level I TA certification within 6 months with our assistance and tuition reimbursement

The Children's Home of Kingston offers an outstanding benefit package which includes medical, vision, dental, life insurance, pet insurance, short-term disability, legal plan, 403(b), and a collaborative, open-door work environment! This is a union-represented position that offers paid time off, school holidays and breaks, as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• At least 21 years of age
• Valid NYS Drivers License

The Children’s Home of Kingston is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.