We are hiring in Bronx, NY! Join us at TOTS (These Our Treasures, Inc.) for an exciting career as a Teacher Assistant.

Salary Range: $17-22/hr (depending on credentials and experience)

Essential Job Functions:

• Work under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

• Assist in caring for the physical and emotional needs of students.

• Supervise class when the teacher is involved in other activities.

• Attend staffing and departmental in-service as assigned.

• Order supplies for the classroom under teacher's supervision.

• Provide services to individuals with varied behavior issues which may include physical aggression, verbal assault, inappropriate sexual comments, gesture, and acts.

• Perform residential responsibilities as required for days when there is no school.

• Supervise teaching assistants in the educational and residential settings.

• Maintain strong knowledge of individual student educational plans.

• Design classroom programs under the direct guidance of the classroom teacher and Coordinator of Education.

• Develop behavioral plans and incentive programs for students.

• Ensure the daily completion of the time-out log.

• Provide lesson plans in written form for the classroom.

• Help organize and supervise extracurricular activities.

• Develop and implement recreational activities in the community.

• Develop and supervise work sites for students in the community.

• Fully Vaccinated

Experience and Education:

• High School education or GED, Bachelor's Degree preferred.

• Two (2) years practical experience working with children is preferred.

• Level I NYS Teacher Assistant Certification.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TOTS- These Our Treasures, Inc. (TOTS) provides comprehensive early educational and habilitation services for children, using a transdisciplinary approach, which looks at the whole child and works in partnership with families and caregivers. Our highly trained staff provides more than professional care, bringing a high level of dedication to the children, compassion for families, and motivation toward continued growth and excellence. TOTS was established in 1973. Tots joined The Fedcap Group in 2019.