Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Modality:

Teacher’s Aide (special education department) x 15

Grade Level & Classroom Type (General, Inclusion, Self Contained, etc.)

-All grade levels available

-various types/levels of sped classrooms

Caseload Details:

-caseload numbers have not been finalized

-ask more about the caseload estimate in the interview

-Pay is capped at $18/hour

Classroom Support:

Around 10 students or less

Day to Day Duties:

• Traditional Sped Para/TA/Aide role; NOT 1:1, they will be functioning within the classroom

  -Follows lead and direction from the classroom teacher

  Group or 1:1 support (Paras, BTs, Nurses):

  Classroom support

  Start & End Date:

August 14th – May 23rd

Start & End Time:

Full Time (40 hours/week) school-based hours

Specific Campus:

TBD

In person or virtual interview:

Candidates will be required to do a virtual or in-person interview with their recruiter and pass before being moved from "present to sub" / sent to the client to interview virtually

-district plans to hold their interviews the week of July 9th

Submittal Requirements:

-resume

-x2 professional references

-before submitting to client, will need to pass a virtual interview with the Amergis recruiter!

District specific onboarding requirements:

Fingerprints

-if you don't have a TEA certification, will have to do 2 sets of prints so that the district can get a cert through TEA!

The School Aide is an individual who works with studentsrequiring instructional, and/or behavioral assistance under the supervision ofthe special education department and/or supervising designee. The School Aide may also provide supportservices to assist students with personal, physical mobility and therapeuticcare needs, as established by a rehabilitation health practitioner, socialworker or other health care professional.

Essential Duties andResponsibilities:

• Follows through withIEP objectives including math, reading, speech, independent skills, andmanaging behavioral deficits and excesses, one on one or as a general classroomaide

• Facilitates teacher-directed learning activities includinglesson plans, worksheets, reinforcement systems, small groups, social games,and work assistance

• Assists students when included in general education classes

• Communicates pertinent information to teachers

• Accompanies students during recess and lunch periods, alongwith community experiences

• Strictly adheres to confidentiality requirements regardingall matters pertaining to students, parents, parent communications, and/orclassroom activities. (Note: Unless instructed otherwise by supervisingteacher, all parent communication is the responsibility of certified personnel)

• Assists with activities of prescribed programs includingthose written by related service personnel such as PT, OT and SLP

• Assists students in the development of independent skillsthrough self-care activities such as toileting, clothing routines, feeding andpersonal hygiene

• May be asked to assist in behavior management techniques atthe direction of the teacher and/or other school professional (i.e. BCBA,Psychologist, etc.)

• Assists teacher with clerical duties including makingstimuli, making copies, maintaining a clean and organized classroom, preparingmaterials, and assignment scoring

• Assists with transfers and ambulation

• Appropriately reports changes in client status or asdirected by IHP/IEP

Minimum Requirements:

• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

• Computer proficiency required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

  Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.