Teacher aide - school

JOB TITLE: Teacher’s Aide

REPORTS TO: Classroom Teacher/ Director, School of Program

HOURS/STATUS: Full Time/Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE: $17.22 - $18.72

JOB SUMMARY

Provide assistance and make meaningful contributions in classroom with children and young adults who have varying abilities in developmental, intellectual, and social-emotional skill sets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Assisting students with daily objectives in classroom.

· Participate in Physical Education and Pool program with students.

· Assist the classroom teacher by performing non-instructional duties to support students individually, in small groups and/or test proctoring.

· Assist with general supervision of students in a multitude of settings including, but not limited to classroom and hallways.

· Assist with classroom management of students and monitoring individual student behavior.

· Assist with the preparation of classroom materials, projects, demonstrations and displays.

· Assist with clerical and record keeping duties or other general housekeeping duties as directed by teacher/supervisor.

· Work collaboratively with team members to effectively support all students in program assignments.

· Attend meetings as necessary. Provide an efficient system for addressing the needs of students and implementing individualized interventions, including intensive interventions as needed. Able to utilize positive school-wide, classroom, and small-group behavioral supports.

· Perform additional duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Candidates for this position will have: the ability to demonstrate and provide examples of continuous personal development and improvement; a student focused attitude; excellent communication skills, verbal and written; problem solving skills, strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks/projects. Must be able to lift, push, and pull 50lbs. A valid NYS driver’s license with the ability to become an agency approved driver preferred.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED required. Some college and experience working with children and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred. Must be willing to assist with student hygiene needs. Must be able to push, pull or lift 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Rochester School of the Holy Childhood, Inc., does not discriminate against any person on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic background, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information, health condition, or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities.

Please apply to: [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.22 - $18.72 per hour

Expected hours: 32.5 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person