Summary: A Teacher Assistant supports the transdisciplinary team and assists with instruction under the supervision of the classroom teacher. A Teacher Assistant must accept assignments and/or classroom placement, as determined by program needs and may be required to travel to satellite locations. They must perform duties within and outside the classroom. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: A Teacher Assistant must be able to consistently and successfully perform the essential functions of the position as outlined in the classroom standards manual. 1. Assist in instruction and fulfillment of IEP mandates 2. Implement established behavior plan(s) 3. Ability to assume teacher responsibilities 4. Assist teacher to implement and monitor individual lesson plans. 5. Assist in conducting classroom activities that enhance opportunity to develop skills in areas of need 6. Assist with routine classroom functions 7. Assist with home-school communication 8. Assist with all required paperwork to be completed 9. Maintain strict confidentiality 10. Perform any other duties as requested by your supervisor EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED required. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: NYS Teaching Assistant Certificate or Valid NYS Teacher Certificate in any field preferred. Fingerprint clearance through Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS) required for positions working with preschool population. 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.