School Aide

Description

The School Aide is responsible, under the direction of the classroom teacher, to assist the teacher in implementing students individualized education plans, coordinating classroom activities, assist students while on community occupational outings, field trips, provide support and assistance with personal care activities, provide assistance in lunch preparation and clean up, support students during mealtimes by following personalized mealtime guidelines, and maintain classroom organization.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in coordinating individual and group activities in the classroom in line with each students' individualized education plan.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear and concise notes, observations, and provide accurate data.
• Provide support and assistance to students throughout the school day including but not limited to times of personal care needs, mealtimes, occupational outings and field trips.
• Assist therapists as needed in carrying out student therapy goals.
• Provide a supportive person-centered approach while interacting with students.
• Participate in classroom maintenance and organization.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent
• Valid New York State Driver's License
• Basic Computer Skills (Adobe Acrobat, Word, Outlook)

Benefits

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

• Comprehensive Health / Dental / Vision
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus $1,500!

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families.

If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career.

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