Teacher Assistant
Company: The Arc Of The Ozarks
Location: Springfield
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description *School schedule is year-round. You will be given
"Summer Vacation" as one week off every 8 weeks.* What is this job
all about? The teacher assistant position at The Arc is unlike any
other! We provide our students with a one-on-one staff to student
ratio for optimal success. You will have the opportunity to assist
students as they go far beyond what they ever imagined what they
could do scholastically. If we haven’t gotten your attention yet -
The Arc of the Ozarks offers competitive pay and benefits. What
will my day-to-day responsibilities look like ? In this role,
behavior intervention and communication are key elements. This
position is ideal for someone who is calm and able to assist our
clients as they recover from heightened emotions or behaviors. The
Teacher assistant is responsible for the day-to-day implementation
of lesson plans, individual/group supervision, social skills and
activities, and data collection. What do I need to be successful in
this position? High School diploma or GED. Experience working with
Special Education Populations. Be a minimum of eighteen years of
age. Please see the full job description for complete list of
duties and requirements. Here’s a little more: You will have a set
weekly schedule with regular holidays and weekends off. Along with
competitive pay and benefits, this position will also witness
firsthand the growth and success of individuals we support. Our
benefits include: Competitive salary and excellent working
environment Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance 403(b) plan,
including up to 4% employer match at 1 year of service Employee
Assistance Program Wellness Program Many more… If you are
passionate about making a meaningful difference in individual's
lives, click on the link and apply now to join our team! Looking
for more information? Give us a call at 417-874-1929 Ask for the
Talent Acquisition Team Send us an Email at
Jobs@thearcoftheozarks.org Don't forget to include your name and
the position/location you are interested in. Checkout some videos
about our organization and the individuals we support here
https://www.youtube.com/@thearcoftheozarks-springfield/videos
Checkout our website and social media here:
https://thearcoftheozarks.org/
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https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-arc-of-the-ozarks/
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Qualifications TEACHER ASSISTANT DEFINITION The Teacher Assistant
(TA) is responsible for implementing the individualized
instructional program that guides and encourages students to
develop language, academic and appropriate social and behavioral
skills. Teacher Assistants are responsible for the day to day
implementation of academic lesson plans, individual and group
supervision of assigned children, discrete trail training, social
skill lessons, leisure activities,, activities scheduled, self-help
skills, motor lab, sensory exercises, classroom electives, personal
hygiene, and data collection on the aforementioned areas. A Teacher
Assistant works with students at Rivendale. Students in these areas
are prone to exhibiting physical aggression as well as sensory
and/or communication challenges. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Implement
Academic Lesson Plans and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) – based
therapy programs under the direction and supervision of the Teacher
and BCBA. Deliver of 1:1 ABA – based therapy to students. Take
precise and accurate data on academic and ABA-based programs.
Complete current programs during Discrete Trial Training session.
Maintain a clean, safe, and stimulating environment for all
students. Assist with daily self-help skills, including hygiene,
with students when necessary. Interact with students whenever and
however appropriate. Provide necessary communication amongst
Teacher and BCBA regarding updates, questions, concerns, behavior
plans, etc. Participate during in-service days. Abide by all
policies and procedures. Discuss with the Teacher daily procedures
regarding the schedule, morning news, correcting papers,
newsletter, incidents, outings, staffing, etc. Observe the Teacher
and model his/her or model the Teacher’s vocabulary and learn class
rules (e.g., work then rewards; use directed choices; avoid power
struggles, etc.)) Work one-on-one with children as directed by
Teacher. Never leave children unattended. Report all behavior
problems to the Teacher and BCBA. If you have a persistent behavior
problem, check with the Teacher and BCBA who will work with the
team to determine a suitable intervention to use. Be observant,
report all unusual circumstances, incidences, or
situations/accidents to the Teacher. Check with the Teacher about
each child in your class. Get to know what each child is capable of
and learn the Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and programming for
each child in class. Escort children to class and off campus
activities and assist the Teacher of that class. Report suspected
abuse or neglect to the Director and appropriate authorities as a
Mandated Reporter. Perform other job duties as assigned. Report and
record observations. Communicate effectively in oral and written
form. Stand, stoop, lift up to 50 lbs., and pull and push items.
Pass with satisfactory performance CPR, First Aid, Behavior
Intervention training/Mandt, and ABA. Maintain a record of
punctuality and attendance. Work with the BCBA, Teacher, Director,
and Assistant Director as a team to develop interventions. Work
independently and as part of a group. Think and act quickly and use
good/sound judgement. Manage and participate in crises situations.
Complete other duties as assigned. A licensed and insured driver,
with ability to obtain a Missouri Class E driver license Training
Requirements 1. Successfully complete a course in Cardio-Pulmonary
Resuscitation 2. Successfully complete a course in First Aid 3.
Successfully complete a course in Medication Administration. 4.
Successfully complete a 10 course in MANDT System Workshop 5.
Successfully complete a course in OSHA regulations on Health and
Safety 6. Successfully complete a 2 hours course in proper use of
lifts, seat belts and tie downs 7. Successfully complete courses
over Applied Behavior Analysis 8. Successfully complete a course
over Autism and Communication MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma from an accredited school.
Experience working with Special Education Populations
Keywords: The Arc Of The Ozarks, Joplin , Teacher Assistant, Education / Teaching , Springfield, Missouri
