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Therapy Assistant-Preschool Autism Program (CASSI-Odenton, MD) Jobs in Odenton, MD at Kennedy Krieger Institute
Title: Therapy Assistant-Preschool Autism Program (CASSI-Odenton, MD)
Company: Kennedy Krieger Institute
Location: Odenton, MD
The Therapeutic Assistant I will implement instructional programs and evidence-based treatment protocols in a classroom setting under the oversight of a 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.
This job description reflects the designation of essential job functions and critical features of this position but does not provide an all-inclusive list of duties that may be assigned. These job functions and features are subject to change at the discretion of the Institute and its management.
- 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.
- Prepare and lead specified activities during groups.
- Assist in the development of therapeutic materials.
- Clean, organize, and maintain 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 preferred.
USD $15.66/Hr.
USD $24.65/Hr.
