Teacher Aide

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. The Teacher Aide provides overall assistance to the teacher by assisting in designing and delivering instructional systems and therapeutic treatment plans for school-age children, and provides A.M. residential assistance and supervises 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 Kids Peace 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.

• High School Diploma required.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
• 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.

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

Allentown, PA — Salary: $57,993 - $75,843 per year.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Education and Training
• Mental Health Care