1:1 Teacher Aide

Salary: $17.76 per hour

About the role

The 1:1 Teacher Aide provides individualized support to a designated student under the direct supervision of a Teacher or Teacher Assistant. The aide assists the student in accessing instruction, participating in classroom activities, following daily routines, and developing academic, social, behavioral, and functional skills. The position also supports the classroom environment by assisting the teacher with instructional and organizational tasks as needed.

The Monticello Central School District is in Sullivan County, NY, centrally located between New York City, Albany, and the Pocono Mountain region. This provides a rare combination of a rural setting while still being close to major metropolitan areas for recreation and work.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct one-on-one support to an assigned student throughout the school day.
• Assist the student in following classroom routines, schedules, and teacher directions.
• Reinforce academic instruction and learning activities as directed by the teacher.
• Support the student's social, emotional, and behavioral goals using established classroom and individualized strategies.
• Encourage student independence while providing appropriate levels of assistance.
• Assist with classroom assignments, projects, and hands-on learning activities.
• Monitor and document student progress, behavior, and participation as directed.
• Assist the student during transitions between classrooms and throughout the school building.
• Provide supervision and personal assistance in hallways, bathrooms, cafeteria, playground, and other school areas as needed.
• Assist the student during lunch, recess, and other non-instructional periods.
• Help distribute classroom materials and maintain an organized learning environment.
• Assist with testing accommodations, classroom assessments, and instructional activities as directed.
• Perform basic clerical duties, including maintaining student records and preparing classroom materials.
• Operate classroom technology and instructional equipment as needed.
• Assist with classroom clean-up and basic housekeeping tasks when appropriate.
• Attend required staff meetings, professional development, and training sessions.
• Maintain confidentiality and foster positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

Requirements

• Ability to establish positive, supportive relationships with students.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to work effectively with students who require individualized support.
• Familiarity with classroom routines and instructional practices.
• Ability to follow teacher direction while exercising sound judgment and initiative.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.
• Physical ability to meet the demands of the position, including assisting with mobility, transitions, and student supervision when required.
• Neat personal appearance, tact, courtesy, reliability, and sound judgment.

Qualifications

Either:

• Graduation from High School or possession of an equivalency diploma; or
• Two (2) years of experience in a recreational field, arts and crafts field, in working with children, or in related activities.