Spiritos School - Instructional Assistant - Powhatan

Instructional Assistant
Location:  Powhatan, VA
Spiritos School- TASKIDS INC
Hours: 8am - 4pm, Mon- Fri

$400 Sign-on Bonus*

We’re seeking a full time Instructional Assistant who would like to be part of a dynamic team. We are a Special Education Private Day School that endeavors to change the world one child at a time. Our staff provides compassionate and trauma-assumed behavioral therapy to children between the ages of 2 and 15 with an emphasis on early intervention services. Students are provided instruction based on individualized behavior plans and academic programs by an extremely well qualified, fun, and friendly staff who are dedicated to putting children first. Staff are supervised by a supportive team of professionals and clinicians. Successful candidates will be professional and highly motivated individuals with demonstrated experience in the special education, autism, or early intervention fields.

Requirements for the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• At least 6 months of daycare experience

• Ability to provide 1 to 3 direct and group instruction to Neurodiverse students based in the principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst.

• Ability to supervise assigned student at all times to ensure the safety of the student, peers and adults in the setting.

• Ability to maintain appropriate documentation on the outcomes of discrete trial programming and behavior analysis data.

• Ability to assist with student assessments, under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst.

• Ability to exercise initiative and creativity in helping to design and implement dynamic instruction for students.

• Ability to provide support in crisis situations employing Safety Care approved techniques.

• Ability to provide any other required services to aid the student in reaching their full potential.

• Ability to function efficiently under minimal supervision and to take initiative where appropriate.

• Ability to meet physical requirements associated with position.

• Ability to pass a criminal background check, provide fingerprints, and demonstrate a negative TB test upon hire.

• Certification in CPR, First Aid, and Safety Care (All training will be provided).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant office productivity software.

• High school diploma required, Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel objects, manipulate or handle controls, objects and or other materials; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop and kneel. May be required to use verbal, non-verbal and physical crisis prevention/intervention. May be required to lift up to 25 pounds and assist students with toileting and personal hygiene issues.

We are a fast-growing company with great opportunities for advancement. Staff in the field of educational services are in great demand. Along with competitive pay, we offer an excellent portfolio of benefits. To learn more about our company and the opportunity available please submit your resume

Job Types: Full-time
Benefits:

• Dental insurance

• Flexible schedule

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Full time 8-4pm

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience working with individuals with Special Needs?

Work Location: In person; school in Powhatan, VA
Pay Range: $16.00 - $24.00 an hour Depending on Experience, Education and Certification

*ABA Sign-On Bonus is paid after 90 days working with clients. Bonus will vary based on ABA work experience, education, certification and meeting all job requirements.