Therapy Assistant-Preschool Autism Program (Greenspring Campus) at Kennedy Krieger Institute

Baltimore, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Feb, 26

Salary

24.32

Posted On

07 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Instructional Programs, Evidence-Based Treatment, Language Development, Social Development, Self-Regulatory Development, Data Collection, Classroom Organization, Parent Communication, Behavior Management, Therapeutic Materials, Activity Preparation, Childcare, Collaboration, Training, Medical Training, Behavioral Training

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Currently offering a $1,000 Hiring Incentive! This is a full-time position- seasonal/summer opportunities are not available. Therapy 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. Additional benefits related to this position include career growth and professional development opportunities through paid training and conferences, opportunities to meet and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, networking opportunities throughout KKI and flexible scheduling options. 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. Minimum pay range USD $15.58/Hr. Maximum pay range USD $24.32/Hr.

Responsibilities

The Therapy Assistant will implement instructional programs and evidence-based treatment protocols in a classroom setting. They will also collect progress data, assist with classroom organization, and support parent communication and training.