1:1 Classroom Aide

About the role

The Center is dedicated to helping children and adults with differing abilities achieve their dreams through various programs and services.

Responsibilities

• Provides constant supervision and support to the assigned student throughout the entire school day, including in the classroom, during transitions, specials, therapy sessions, recreational activities, community/field trips, and student arrival/dismissal times.
• Implements educational, therapeutic, and behavioral programs as directed by the Special Education Teacher and therapy/clinical staff.
• Aids the student with activities of daily living, promoting independence in accordance with the student's individual plan.
• Serves as a support for the student in both instructional and non-instructional tasks as assigned by the classroom teacher.
• Collaborates effectively and professionally as part of the classroom team.
• Attends meetings, trainings, and professional development sessions as required by school leadership.
• Maintains a positive and cooperative relationship with school administration, staff, and families.
• Assists with data collection of the assigned students to provide information for necessary record keeping.
• Interacts with students in a consistent, supportive, and nurturing manner.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment, including care of materials and equipment.
• Shares all relevant information related to assigned student with the teachers, therapy staff and/or psychologist.
• Performs classroom-related duties as directed by the teacher(s) or teaching assistant.
• Fulfills all agency policies, procedures, and departmental guidelines.
• Completes and maintains SCIP and CRP certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED;
• Valid NYS Driver's License preferred;
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is preferred;
• Able to perform physical activities such as (but not limited to); twisting, bending, crouching, pulling, pushing;
• Able to sit, walk, drive, and stand for prolonged periods of time;
• Able to lift 50 lbs.

What we offer

• Generous PTO Package with paid school holidays/breaks;
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions & matching;
• Paid training & career development;
• $5,000 per year for tuition & certification assistance;
• Medical, dental, vision + 24/7 virtual care;
• Career growth: 80% of our roles are filled through internal promotions;
• NADSP credentialing with up to $3,250 in rewards;

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