Per Diem

POSITION : PER DIEM

LOCATION : A HARRY MOORE SCHOOL

JOB SUMMARY :  New Jersey City University invites applications for the position of Per Diem Employee in the following positions Certified Behaviorist, Substitute Teacher, Substitute Teacher Assistant, Licensed and NJ School Certified Therapists : Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist, and Certified Behavorist (BCBA).

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER : Implementation of lesson plans designed to enhance educational performance and to facilitate independence. Follow lessons and directives left by classroom teacher. Ensure the safety and well-being of students. Utilize teacher assistants as needed, ensure students are on time for therapy sessions, . Follow through on therapeutic activities; assist in meeting the ADL needs of disabled students.

REQUIREMENTS : Current NJ Substitute Teacher certificate

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER ASSISTANT : Assist with general classroom routine as directed by assigned teacher. Provide assistance and instruction to an individual or small group of students. Assist students with navigating throughout the building for therapies and activities. Assist students upon arrival to the building and safely transport students to all therapies, actvities, lunch and dismissal. Work cooperatively with interdisciplinary team of professionals and classroom staff. Follow up with all therapy directives. Utilize specialized therapy equipment as directed. Follow medical directives regarding personal care. Assure students' physical well-being as needed. Assist students with ADL skills such as feeding, toileting and hygiene. Observe general health of student and inform teacher / nurse of any medical concerns. Provide hands-on assistance : lifting, carrying and transferring. Promote a nurturing and supportive environment for ALL students. Perform other duties as assigned by classroom teacher or school administrators.

CERTIFIED SCHOOL THERAPISTS (PT / OT / SLP) : Provide therapy in licensed discipline, develop and implement IEPs, participate on a trans-disciplinary team, serve as a resource and consultant to teachers and other related service professionals, update progress reports / SEMIs.

REQUIREMENTS : Licensed in the Related Service Discipline and NJ School Certified.

CERTIFIED BEHAVIORIST : Evaluate problematic behavior in students, develop and implement behavior plans, participation on a trans-disciplinary team, serve as a resource and consultant to teachers and therapist, write appropriate behavior plans and assessments.

REQUIREMENTS : Certified BCBA.

REGISTERED NURSE : Provide medical treatment as needed , follow all student medical treatment plans, implement IEPs, serve as a resource and consultant to teachers and therapists, respond to medical emergencies throughout the school building and grounds.

Requirements : RN. School Nurse Certification is preferred.

REQUIRED : Letter of application, Resume, and contact information for Three Professional References.

New Jersey City University is an equal opportunity institution encouraging a diverse pool of applicants.

New Jersey City University is a Tobacco and Smoke Free Campus. For the health of our employees, students and visitors, smoking, vaping and tobacco use is not permitted on campus. This includes all buildings, grounds and parking lots.