TEACHER ASSISTANT - FULL TIME (8:00 AM -3:30 PM)
UHS
Summary
Hampton Academy provides individualized, trauma-focused support and education for children and adolescents ages 6 and older. Our educational program is designed for students who suffer from anxiety, school avoidance, poor social skills, mood disorders and other socio-emotional concerns that interrupt their ability to fully function in a traditional academic setting. Hampton Academy helps students with attaining their goal of returning back to their sending district.
Job description
About Hampton Academy
Hampton Academy provides individualized, trauma-focused support and education for children and adolescents ages 6 and older. Our educational program is designed for students who suffer from anxiety, school avoidance, poor social skills, mood disorders and other socio-emotional concerns that interrupt their ability to fully function in a traditional academic setting. Hampton Academy helps students with attaining their goal of returning back to their sending district.
Job Duties
- Organizes and supervises students in all settings
- Assists in de-escalation of students
- Assists with arrival and dismissal of students
- Assists students with various projects, crafts, and curriculum tasks
- Helps with the supervision of children during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
- Informs assigned teacher or disciplinarian of any serious infractions of discipline rules by students
- Aids physically handicapped children, particularly those who rely upon appliances and prosthetics
- Attends staff training of Handle with Care procedures and UHS De-escalation
- Follows procedures and protocol as outlined in the Hampton Academy Staff Handbook and Policy Manual
- Participates in in-service training as directed
- Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the administrator or teacher
- Performs other tasks as requested by the Assistant Director, Executive Director, and/or his/her designee
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- Associate, Bachelor's degree and/or college level coursework in education related field preferred
- One to three years experience working with special needs children at the middle/high school level (preferably Emotionally Disturbed or Multiple Disabled)
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and school staff
- Knowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate special education classroom practices
- Criminal history check and proof of authorization to work in this country required prior to employment
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Career Development Opportunities
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.