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Therapeutic and Non-Therapeutic Aides

Baltimore City Public Schools, Baltimore, MD, USA

Job Type

About the Role

Recruiting therapeutic and non-therapeutic aides to work in Baltimore City Schools.
The Non-Therapeutic Aide helps students to stay focused on academic tasks as well as transitioning, toileting and changing when appropriate. In addition to the functions of a Non-Therapeutic Aide, the Therapeutic aide helps students to maintain adequate behavior by assisting with the implantation of the Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) / Behavior intervention Plan (BIP), Aides also help students meet the academic goals set in their IEP.

Support students in achieving academic success, including those who may display disruptive behavior, with a focus on behavior management and physical intervention if necessary (training provided upon hire).

Provide personal care, facilitate social integration, and prioritize health and safety measures for students.

Helps students when needed with their clothing, snack time routines, and, when required, toileting activities.

Collaborate related service staff, behavior supervisors/directors, and other team members.

Maintain professionalism in behavior and speech, setting a positive example through attire, punctuality, and attendance.

Assist with transportation needs, serving as an aide when required (bus support).

Offer support to teachers in classroom organization, management, and instructional strategies during in-person instruction.

Be able to move easily around the classroom and school environment.

Monitor student behavior during classroom sessions, providing redirection and support for students needing remediation or intervention.

Aid in student assessment by collecting data and sharing observations with teachers.

Assist with standardized testing procedures according to state and local policies.

Distribute food, supplies, materials, and technology as needed.

Supervise student movement within the school environment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

Assist with classroom and cafeteria cleanup to maintain sanitation standards.

Facilitate safe transitions of students between locations within the school under the guidance of administrators and staff.

Engage in professional development opportunities in person.

Maintain proactive communication with teachers regarding student issues and parental conversations.

Demonstrate prompt, regular attendance in person and be available to work on-site during regular business hours.

Perform additional duties as assigned by appropriate administrators or their representatives.
Must be physically able to restrain students, when appropriate, in compliance with accepted district or school procedures. Must be physically able to lift, or assist in lifting, non-ambulatory students.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The employee must be able to:
Ability to lift and carry classroom supplies and equipment.
Hear and speak to exchange information in person and on the telephone.
See to read a variety of materials.
Observe, hear and speak to students.
Possess dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment and perform the necessary functions of the position.
Stand and walk.
Walk in classroom and outdoor environments.
Bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch.
Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Reach horizontally and above shoulders to perform job functions.

Requirements


In order to meet the criteria for this position you:

  • Must be 18 years old and have at least a minimum of high school diploma or GED.

  • Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand Standard English and

  • carry out directions and instructions by the student’s teacher and/or principal.

  • Must be willing and prepared to be fingerprinted.

  • Must participate in and pass CPI training

  • Must demonstrate emotional and mental maturity as well as display an interest in working with, and a sympathetic attitude toward, disabled children.

  • Must attend and successfully complete a minimum of twenty (20) hours of training provided by company, including behavior management strategies and classroom procedures.


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