Classroom Aide - Amherst

The Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence.

Pay

$20.34/hour

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, or 8:15 AM - 3:15 PM
• 35 hrs./week

Benefits

• Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year)
• Up to 10 days of paid time off
• 14-16 paid holidays annually
• Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)
• On-Site daycare available (certain locations)
• Employee Assistance Program:
  • Free mental health counseling
  • Free childcare referrals
  • Access to legal services
  • Grief/eldercare support
  • Financial planning resources

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction and fulfillment of IEP mandates
• Implement established behavior plan(s)
• Assist teacher to implement and monitor individual lesson plans, data collection and charting systems
• Assist in conducting classroom activities that enhance opportunity to develop skills in areas of need
• Assist with routine classroom functions
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Assist with home-school communication
• Assist with all required paperwork to be completed
• Adhere to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect
• Adhere to the Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time Off

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 6 months of childcare experience

Preferred Behaviors

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Preferred Motivations

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization