The Learning Lamp ยท 3 months ago
Therapeutic Aide
Somerset, PA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$12/hr - $12/hrThe Learning Lamp is dedicated to supporting the educational growth of children in the community. They are seeking a Therapeutic Aide to assist students with daily living activities, provide emotional support, and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with school staff.
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Responsibilities
Assist Students With Activities Of Daily Living
Help students with personal hygiene tasks, including toileting, grooming, and dressing
Support students in mobility and transferring as needed
Provide Physical And Emotional Support
Assist students with physical disabilities in moving around the school, classrooms, and other facilities
Offer emotional support and encouragement to students facing challenges
Implement Individualized Care Plans
Follow individual care plans developed in collaboration with teachers, school nurses, and other healthcare professionals
Ensure that the unique needs of each student are met
Support In The Classroom
Collaborate with teachers and other school staff to facilitate students' participation in classroom activities
Assist with instructional materials and adaptive equipment as required
Communication
Maintain open communication with teachers, parents, and school staff regarding students' progress and any concerns
Attend meetings with the educational team to discuss and update care plans
Promote Independence
Encourage and empower students to develop and maintain independence in daily activities whenever possible
Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
Qualification
Required
High school diploma is the minimum education requirement
Willingness to go through and pass the required clearances and training to ensure the safety and security of our children, including: mandated reporter training, a physical, and TB test. This can typically be accomplished within a week to get you started
Capacity for sitting, standing, walking, bending and stopping for long periods of time, as these happen throughout the eight-hour day
Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in supporting students with diverse needs
Ability to follow instructions, work collaboratively with a team, and adapt to changing situations
Understanding of confidentiality and privacy requirements related to student information
Preferred
Previous experience working with individuals with special needs or disabilities is preferred
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Longevity Bonuses
Retirement Savings (403(b)
Discount Programs
Tuition Discounts
Pet Insurance
Dental Insurance
Company
The Learning Lamp
The Learning Lamp provides children in Johnstown, PA with access to high-quality tutoring without the high price tag.
Founded in 2003
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase