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Schedule: Full-time & Part-time (second shift, 2-10pm)
Free Campus Housing
Perkins School for the Blind, located near Boston, was the first school for the blind chartered in the United States in 1829. For over 180 years, the staff at Perkins have been providing quality services to students and clients who are blind, visually impaired, deafblind and multi-impaired. Perkins School for the Blind embraces diversity in ability, thought, culture and belief. We provide equal education and employment opportunities and value the unique talents and contributions of all of our students and staff.
Under the general supervision of the Education Director, the Teaching Assistant assist in teaching skills to meet designated objectives within the Individual Education Plan (I.E.P) and report progress on these objectives in oral and/or written formats as prescribed by the program. They will also attend to the direct care, medical and behavioral needs of students in the residence and participate in staff development and trainings.Responsibilities:
Promotes student independence, self-confidence, and development of social, organizational, and other critical skills to the maximum extent possible.
Takes initiative to plan activities that meet the development level of the student.
of the student.
Assists students in helping them to control their behaviors.
Provides and monitors direct care tailored to the student’s individual performance levels and needs of students in a manner which respects student rights to privacy and dignity.
Provides the appropriate level of physical assistance to students and assists student participation in all activities.
Demonstrates an understanding of the general curriculum as well as the expanded core curriculum.
Assists in the development and implementation of IEP (Individualized Education Plan) goals, objectives and strategies.
Develops and prioritizes measurable objectives for students, both short and long term.
Develops performance measures and informs students of the criteria for success.
Evaluates student performance, keeps records, and reports progress in learning.
Assists in providing a language and communication model based on the individual needs of the student.
Performs other related duties and tasks as assigned.Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma
Willingness to complete and maintain First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and Crisis Prevention and Physical Intervention (CPPI) certifications; Sign Language (dependent on program needs)
Preference may be given to candidates with: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with experience working with special needs children; valid driver’s license and willingness to drive school vehiclesBenefits: We provide a complete benefits package, which includes, recess time, tuition reimbursement, medical and dental insurance, LTD and Life insurance, retirement programs and staff development and training. Dependent upon availability, housing may also be offered to staff.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
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