Employment

Instructional Assistant

Under the direction of School Principals, the Instructional Assistant works with teachers in all departments to provide support for and reinforce classroom objectives for effective student learning; and help maintain a positive learning environment ensuring students’ success in school. 

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To Apply:  Send resume and cover letter to hrdept@lexnyc.org
Please include Instructional Assistant in subject line, 
or fax to 718-350-3332.
Position:                               INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
Department:                        Elementary and High School
Supervisor(s):                      Elementary and High School Principals
FLSA Status:                        Non-Exempt
Position Type:                     Full-time, 10-month, Benefits Eligible
CFR Code:                            232
Date Posted:                        February 6, 2024
Salary Range:                      $32,000 - $46,000

POSITION SUMMARY:  
Under the direction of School Principals, the Instructional Assistant works with teachers in all departments to provide support for and reinforce classroom objectives for effective student learning; and help maintain a positive learning environment ensuring students’ success in school. 
 
PRIMARY DUTIES:
  •  Provide support to classroom Teacher by maintaining and monitoring students’ classroom progress and supporting a positive classroom culture and environment.
  • Provide one-on-one instruction/coaching to students as requested by teacher.
  • Assist in preparing classroom materials.
  • Assist in the physical care of the students and/or classroom as needed by the situation and department, including feeding, dressing, toileting, ambulation as needed.
  • Provide Crisis Prevention Intervention (physically restrain student when necessary to prevent harm to student, classmates and other staff members).
  • Escort physically limited student(s) from class to class.
  • Assist students with mobility.
  • Supervise gym area and other common areas as needed.
  • Lunch Duty.
  • Function as Teacher when a Teacher is absent.
  • Update students’ progress reports and other clerical duties as necessary.
  • Provide coverage in classes outside of the regular classroom environment; including Physical Education, Art and Dance.
  • Support the school's Strategic Planning initiatives with an emphasis on strengthening the culture. Demonstrate commitment to the school purpose, vision, and mission.
  • Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  •  Flexible, patient, dependable; always demonstrating good judgement.
  • Able to perform job functions with attention to time and attendance.
  • Team player possessing good interactive skills.
  • Respond responsibly in crisis situations.
  • Possess a positive attitude towards students and committed to providing a positive learning environment.
 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Must possess New York State certification as Teaching Assistant or attain within one year of employment
  • Experience working with adolescents strongly preferred
  • Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) 
  • Regents or Local High School Diploma, or GED required
SECURITY CLEARANCE:  
  •  Required clearances include medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, SCR, and SEL clearance
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Prolonged periods of walking in and around the building
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
Available:                   February 6, 2024
Deadline:                    Until filled
For Information:       Tracy Pelletier
Contact:                      Tpelletier@lexnyc.org
To Apply:                   Send resume and cover letter to hrdept@lexnyc.org
Please include Instructional Assistant in subject line, 
or fax to 718-350-3332.
 
 
For more information about Lexington School and Center for the Deaf, please visit www.lexnyc.org
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does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing).
 
 
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