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The Center for Disability Services offers hope, innovation and achievement to the people we support. For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities. Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere.
Lead Teaching Assistant (Internal Applicants Only)
The Langan School (a program of the Center for Disability Services) is a private, non-profit school for students with severe disabilities between the ages of 5 and 21. This is a 10 month program, with a mandatory six week summer program
The Lead Teaching Assistant contributes to the mission of the Center for Disability Services and Children’s Services division by taking a lead role in assisting the teacher and therapists with carrying out activities designed to address goals as outlined in the students’ Individualized Educational Programs (IEP’s). The duties may include, but are not limited to; leading a classroom in the teacher’s absence, entering IEP Direct data, daily classroom preparation, as well as all other Teaching Assistant responsibilities.
Education Required:
High School diploma or equivalent
Specialized training, license, certification, skills: Current New York State Teaching Assistant Certification
Experience Required:
At least 2 years of job related experience, specifically in working with children or individuals with disabilities
Responsibilities:
At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.
Compensation Range:
$22.35 - $24.78Benefits:
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The Center for Disability Services is a non-profit organization that provides a wide range of services and supports to individuals with disabilities and their families.