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Kennedy Krieger Institute Therapy Assistant-Preschool Autism Program $1,000 Hiring Incentive ((Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation-Odenton, MD) in Odenton, Maryland
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.
Qualifications
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.
Benefits
Kennedy Krieger offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits, including child care subsidies, free parking, 401(k) with employer match, tuition reimbursement and a student loan repayment assistance program.
We require full COVID vaccination or documentation of medical and/or religious exemption(s) approval for this job as we are a healthcare institution committed to putting health and safety first for our patients, students, employees, and the communities we serve.
EOE/M/F/D/V
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Vacancy ID 10317
Pos. Category Child Life and Therapeutic Recreation
Job Location : Street 1130 Annapolis Road,Route 175 Suite 100
# of Hours 40.00
Job Locations US-MD-Odenton
Pos. Type Regular Full Time
Department : Name CARD Achievements
Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet