Therapy Assistant-Preschool Autism Program $1,000 Hiring Incentive (CASSI-Odenton, MD) - Kennedy Krieger Institute
Odenton, MD 21113
About the Job
Overview:
The Therapeutic Assistant I will implement instructional programs and evidence-based treatment protocols in a classroom (group, dyad, and 1:1) setting under the oversight of the Pre-Kindergarten Teacher, the MICC Teacher, or Speech-Language Pathologist. This staff member will interact with the children to encourage language, social, and self-regulatory development. The incumbent will also collect progress and treatment response data; assist with classroom organization; prepare teaching materials; and assist with parent communication and training.
Responsibilities:
- Carry out instructional programs as outlined by the Speech Language Pathologists.
- Effectively implement behavior management strategies according to trained procedures.
- Assist in data management functions to include data collection and data entry.
- Provide basic care needs of students during groups and parent meetings.
- Prepare and lead specified activities during groups.
- Assist in the development of therapeutic materials.
- Clean, organize, and maintains the classroom.
- Support planning, preparation and staffing for supplemental programming.
- Participate in parent awareness and training activities.
- Complete medical, behavioral, and other in-service training as needed.
EDUCATION: |
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- College classes in Psychology, Education, or related field preferred.
EXPERIENCE: |
- Experience working with young children preferred.
- Experience as a paraprofessional with young children with autism and implementing treatment protocols in a classroom or childcare setting is desirable.
Source : Kennedy Krieger Institute