Language and Communication Instructional Assistant
2 weeks ago
This position now offers a new hourly rate of $17.45
When you come to work at Monarch Center for Autism, you become an integral part of our dedicated and hardworking team of professionals that include Intervention Specialists, Associate Teachers, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Behavior Specialists, Art Therapists, Music Therapist, Recreational Therapist, and Horticulture Therapist. Classroom teams are intentionally small, so students can receive one-on-one and small group instruction, within the confines of Monarch’s visual language immersion teaching Model. The Model combines concept-driven language instruction with visual supports, technology and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
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Position Summary:We are hiring a Language and Communication Instructional Assistant to be part of an interdisciplinary team of professionals who are expected to provide the highest caliber of instruction in individual and/or small class settings. In this role, you will assistSpeech and Language Pathologists in providing group speech therapy lessons as well as instruct students in operation and use of communication equipment (i.e., speech generating device) required for their individual communication needs. This is an exciting opportunity to make an impact on the lives of students on the autism spectrum as well as grow your career at a nationally-recognized school.
Responsibilities Include:
- Utilize current speech and language methods and procedures to be followed in instructional academic settings.
- Participate in quarterly training regarding the Visual Immersion System to enhance comprehension and expression.
- Assist in teaching students in areas of (but not limited to): comprehension, reading, mathematics, receptive, expressive and social pragmatic language, activities of daily living, science and social studies. Assist in the behavior management of the students in the classroom.
- Help to develop and implement lesson plans and curriculum that align with IEP and/or ISP goals and objectives while incorporating the visual immersion system.
- Help to develop instructional materials including visual supports for instruction, expression, and organization. Help to plan and organize daily activities and routines to optimize treatment and students’ learning.
- Teach and role model pro-social, mediation, self-regulation, self-management, and self-advocacy skills.
- Collect and record academic, speech and behavioral data to contribute to clinical records.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of the clinical record through the timely completion of assigned documentation in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
- Protect students from physical and emotional harm emanating from themselves, others, or the environment including the use of the Therapeutic Crisis Model of Intervention, utilizing physical restraints or seclusion as prescribed.
- Develop a keen sense and understanding of each student and his/her behaviors in order to ascertain any medical or physiological changes that may occur.
- Develop trusting and positive relationships with students and staff. Collaborate and communicate with interdisciplinary team members.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in a related field (Psychology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Special Education, etc.) or related experience.
- Experience working with children with autism preferred.
- Passion for helping others and making an impact in the lives of students with autism
- Basic knowledge of child and adolescent development, human sexuality, family dysfunction, psychology, sociology, behavior theory, and autism.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, problem solve, and manage work assignments in an efficient manner and within established time frames
- Ability to handle stressful situations by maintaining emotional control as well as remaining calm and professional while working with students who may become verbally and physically aggressive
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people possessing various strengths and aptitudes. Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
- Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to maintain professional relationships with students, co-workers, supervisors, and families. Practical and creative problem solving skills.
Life at Bellefaire:
We value our employees and their commitment to our mission and offer competitive total rewards (benefits and compensation) options to our valued employees and their families, including domestic partners. Our rich options include:
- Dental, vision and medical insurance
- Defined benefit pension plan
- 403(b) plan
- Life insurance
- Paid long-term disability
- Generous paid time off and holidays
Other perks of working with us include:
- A friendly and appreciated staff
- Working with a team committed to the well-being of others
- A beautiful campus
- Career growth/numerous free CEU opportunities
- Staff recognition program
- A caring environment to work in
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