The Teacher Aide I is responsible for providing overall assistance to the teacher by assisting in designing and delivering instructional systems and therapeutic treatment plans for school-age children. The Teacher Aide is responsible to provide A.M. residential assistance and supervision of students during A.M. and P.M. transportation.

Job Duties/ Essential Functions

• Assist the Teacher with instructional planning and implementation, keeping records, setting up activities, and any other duties deemed necessary by the teacher.

• Support implementation of the behavior modification system and provide crisis prevention techniques within the classroom. Provide supervision whenever necessary.

• Fully perform restraints as necessary when ordered by a licensed professional using the current approved KidsPeace restraint methodology on youth who may weigh in excess of 250 pounds and who are verbally or physically threatening or otherwise presenting a threat to themselves or others.

Qualifications (Education, Training and Experiences)

• High School Diploma Required.

• Pursuant of an Associate/Bachelor's Degree in Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Valid driver's license required.

• Ability to obtain SCM certification and CPR/First Aid certification during New Associate Orientation.

KidsPeace offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off.