Job Description:
The ABA Classroom Assistant has the opportunity to develop skills in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) as they work one-on-one with children with autism ages 2 - 3, under the supervision and support of a Special Education Teacher. You will be trained by a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) and learn from clinicians in Speech and Occupational Therapy.
ABA Classroom Assistants can grow in the field of ABA, becoming therapists and with support from the McCarton family, grow in their career.
Compensation:
$16 per hour
Opportunity to increase rate up to $20 per hour within the first year!
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED (Required)
- Ability to work entire shift Monday - Friday, 7:50 am - 5:30 pm
- Able to lift 40 lbs and monitor the safety of a child
- Able to provide proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
About You:
- You are someone who believes in equality and wants to be a part of something that gives back to the community.
- You are looking for more than just another job—you want to build the foundation of your career.
- You are someone who is passionate about working with individuals with special needs.
- You are eager to learn and use your newly found skills to make a lasting impact on the lives of children.
You will be successful in this role if you are:
- Passionate about working one-on-one with 2 - 3 year old children
- Interested in a career in Early Childcare, Special Education, Psychology, Speech-Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy or the healthcare industry
- Committed to building a professional brand as someone dependable and someone that takes pride in making life-changing services to children
- Understanding of the importance of working in a team and promoting a supportive environment for your co-workers
- Willing to roll up your sleeves and take on any challenge
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus
Benefits:
- A supportive team environment that is dedicated to supporting your professional growth
- Full-time work and consistent hours
- Weekends off plus 2 scheduling options:
Work 4 days per week with 1 day off, Monday - Friday (36 hours)
Work 5 days per week (45 hours and eligible for overtime)
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Leave
About Us:
At the McCarton Foundation, we believe in the incredible ability that exists within every child who has developmental disabilities, and that all children deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential. For over two decades, we have been dedicated to transforming the lives of thousands of children from around the globe through our integrated treatment programs.
Our story began when Dr. Cecelia McCarton, an internationally leading researcher and professor of developmental pediatrics at Albert Einstein Medical College, saw a need for a center that would set a new standard in clinical excellence for diagnosing and treating children with learning differences. In 1998, the McCarton Center for Developmental Pediatrics opened, offering a fully integrated treatment model that brought together developmental pediatricians, ABA therapists, speech and language pathologists, and occupational therapists under one roof. This approach was the first of its kind and set the foundation for our other world-class educational programs, including the McCarton School (now Keswell) and Children’s Academy, which have helped thousands of children with autism and speech and language delays.
In 2018, inspired by the success of our private programs and driven by the need for services in low-income communities, we launched our first public program, McCarton Center Bronx. Here, our team of world-class teachers and therapists utilize the McCarton Integrated Model, which combines speech and language therapy, fine and gross motor therapy, sensory integration therapy, socialization with peers, developmental play skills, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy. Since we opened, we have grown to be one of the largest and most respected early intervention centers in New York City, having provided educational and therapeutic services to more than 1,500 children in need.
Our commitment to changing the course of lives continues to drive us forward, and we’re just getting started. If you’re passionate about our mission and want to be a part of an exceptional team, we invite you to join us.
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