JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Teaching Assistant

Supervisor: Classroom Teacher/Education Coordinator/Education Director/Transportation Director

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Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or higher and preferably two years’ experience working with preschool children.

Responsibilities:

I. Operations/Classroom:

A. Assist in maintaining a developmentally appropriate and stimulating atmosphere within the classroom, utilizing up-to-date curriculum and curriculum aids as instructed by teacher.

B. Assist in establishing and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for the students as instructed by the teacher.

C. Check the daily lesson plan and carry out the teacher's instructions.

D. Communicate with physical therapist to receive updates/instructions on student positioning and exercises.

E. Supervise students when teacher is not present.

F. Communicate to teacher any concern which pertains to students, staff, policies, etc.

G. Suggest and attend appropriate continuing education classes.

H. Assist with special programs.

I. Serve snack/lunch to students daily according to DSS Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines.

J. Maintain daily lunch, snack, and attendance records according to CACFP guidelines as requested by classroom teacher.

K. Take the lead in the classroom in the event of the teacher’s absence.

II. Fiscal Management:

A. Assist the teacher in yearly classroom budget planning.

B. Make recommendations to the teacher for classroom equipment/software updates.

III. Planning & Development:

A. Assist the teacher in compiling a weekly lesson plan.

B. Assist the teacher in assessing developmental levels of students .

C. Assist the teacher in compiling documentation for student reports.

D. Assist the teacher in planning and implementing a total program for each student.

E. Provide necessary information to the teacher to assist in the planning processes leading to the adoption of programs and policies.

F. Assist, as required, with the planning and development of long range goals and objectives for the Center.

IV. Policies and Standards:

A. Make recommendations to the supervisor for development, review, and revision of Center Policies and Procedures.

B. Carry out policies and programs that pertain to the classroom as adopted by the Board of Directors.

C. Promote the Meyer Center mission whenever possible in the community within the confines of the personnel policy.

V. Regulatory Agencies:

A. Comply with all licensing standards and regulations set by DSS Day Care Licensing, DSS Child

and Adult Care Food Program, ABC Voucher, DHEC, Medicaid Transportation Program, UTMA,

and the Board of Directors.

B. Participate in United Way Campaign and fundraising activities as requested.

C. Serve as a sub bus monitor as needed based on a rotating sub bus monitor schedule.

D. Such other duties as requested by the Education Coordinator or the supervising classroom teacher.

Paraprofessionals

Requirements for Paraprofessionals

According to Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), all instructional paraprofessionals

in Title I schools or targeted assistance programs must complete at least one of the following three requirements:

1. At least two years of study (60 semester hours) at an accredited institution of higher education; or

2. An associate's degree (or higher); or

3. An approved state or local academic assessment that measures the paraprofessional's knowledge of and ability to assist in instruction of the following subjects at the appropriate level:

• To meet this assessment requirement, paraprofessionals may choose one of the following state approved tests:

• ParaPro Assessment (ETS.org). The minimum passing score on this test is 456.

• ACT.org - WorkKeys (ACT.org). The following four areas are required: reading, writing, mathematics, and an inventory survey.

The minimum passing score on the required assessments are as follows.

Applied Mathematics - 4

Reading for Information - 4

Writing or Business Writing - 3

Instructional Support Inventory - 3

Timeline for New and Veteran Paraprofessionals

All new and veteran instructional paraprofessionals in Title I schools or targeted assistance programs must have completed at least one of the above requirements. New paraprofessionals must have met the criteria prior to their date of hire.

The U.S. Department of Education Non-Regulatory Guidance for Paraprofessionals provides more information

for paraprofessionals and administrators. USDE Paraprofessional Guidance (ed.gov - updated March 2004)

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Rev. 1/08

Full job description

Position: Full time Physical Therapist (30hrs to start and up to 35 hours/week)

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Our Mission: The Meyer Center is a nonprofit specializing in early education and intensive therapy services to empower children with disabilities to reach their maximum potential.

The Meyer Center provides comprehensive therapeutic and educational services for children birth through 2nd grade. We have a multi-disciplinary therapy department to include occupational, physical, speech and music therapy. We have a team of experienced physical therapists who are passionate about supporting the children and families we serve. We provide current, research-supported PT services to children with a wide variety of abilities using a child-centered, play-based approach.

If you are looking to join a fun, dynamic and collaborative team, we would love to speak with you.

Responsibilities:

Operations

· Complete yearly evaluations on assigned students and re-evaluations.

· Interpret the evaluation and formulate a plan of care to include frequency of services, goals, and objectives.

· Participate in Individual Educational Plan and Habilitation Plan meetings.

· Coordinate physical therapy services with other care providers.

· Implement plan of care established in IEP or Habilitation plan, directing and aiding students in developmental activities, active and passive exercises, gait and functional training, use of adaptive equipment, activities of daily living including transfer activities.

· Instruct parents/guardians, caregivers, teaching staff and other involved persons in safe seating, positioning, handling techniques, and positions and use of adaptive equipment.

· Provide follow-up consultation upon request or when modifications or re-instruction are indicated.

· Maintain, adapt, and repair equipment as indicated.

· Maintain a clean, safe environment for provision of services.

· Complete daily notes.

· Complete quarterly progress notes.

· Complete discharge summary with recommendations for follow-up if indicated.

· Delegate appropriate therapy services to Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), instruct PTA in delegated activities, supervise provision of therapeutic services by PTA’s, review plan of care with PTA on regular basis.

· Consult with the Child Passenger Safety Technician to determine the most appropriate safety seat restraint system for each student.

· Supervise assigned Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant students and complete necessary instruction and evaluations determined by the contracting school.

· Supervise volunteers observing or assisting with Physical Therapy services.

· Plan and participate in staffing and parent conferences with other members of the team.

· Provide in-service training to staff on Physical Therapy related topics.

Fiscal Management

· Anticipate therapy equipment needs for inclusion in the upcoming budget.

· Make recommendations regarding the purchase of equipment pertinent to Physical Therapy Services (i.e. toys, playground equipment, adaptive equipment, therapy materials and tests).

· Inspect, maintain, and/or arrange repair of adaptive equipment used or recommended by Physical Therapy.

Planning and Development

· Attend and participate in continuing education programs to enhance educational background and to keep well-informed.

· Conduct quarterly quality control reviews.

· Assist as requested in formulating long range plans for the development and implementation of Meyer Center’s goals and objectives for the Physical Therapy Department.

Regulatory Agencies

· Comply with the S.C. State Board of Physical Therapists and maintain current State license.

· Comply with all licensing standards, regulations and laws set forth by DSS Daycare Licensing, DSS Child and Adult Care Food Program, ABC Voucher Program, DHEC, DHHS, UMTA, S.C. Department of Transportation and the Meyer Center Board of Directors.

Requirements:

· Current SC license as a Physical Therapist.

· Physical ability to lift and transfer children up to 100 pounds( 60lbs using lift equipment or a two person lift where appropriate)

· Safely supervise children using assistive mobility equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers, tricycles; and to perform indicated therapeutic activities.

· Possess literacy skills to read and interpret medical reports and produce documentation of services as needed.

· Possess communication skills to work cooperatively with team members, including parents.