1:1 Special Needs Teacher Aide

Southwestern Elementary School; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwestern Elementary School in Jamestown, New York, seeks a 1:1 Special Needs Teacher Aide to support instructional staff and assist with IEP-related tasks. The role focuses on aiding classroom routines and student supervision, with immediate start and full-time hours.

The position is based at Southwestern Elementary School within the Southwestern Central School District, offering the chance to contribute to a dedicated education team in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Good general intelligence.
• Ability to establish good relationships with children and others.
• Familiarity with classroom routine.
• Background or knowledge in field for specialized duties.
• Above average clerical aptitude.
• Resourcefulness in duties related to teaching process.
• Neat personal appearance.
• Ability to maintain discipline.
• Tact; courtesy; good judgment.
• Physical condition commensurate with duties.

Responsibilities

• Relieve teachers of routine tasks and support students as part of IEP implementation.
• Assist with classroom activities and student supervision.
• Support instructional staff with paraprofessional duties as required.

Job description

Southwestern Central School District Southwestern Elementary School - Jamestown, New York Open in Google Maps

1:1 Special Needs Teacher Aide

Southwestern Central School District Southwestern Elementary School - Jamestown, New York Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in www.wnyric.org/application , and Southwestern Central School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5973525
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Distinguishing Features of the Class:

This title is employed for positions which are created for the main purpose of relieving school teachers of that part of their duties or for the implementation of the duties related to an IEP, which while related to the teaching process, can be performed by non-professional personnel.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics:

Good general intelligence; ability to establish good relationships with children and others; familiarity with classroom routine; good background or knowledge in specific field where specialized duties are involved; above average clerical aptitude; resourcefulness in conducting the above described activities indirectly related to the teaching process; neat personal appearance; ability to maintain discipline; tact; courtesy; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.95 to $21.35 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Amy McCloskey , Director of Pupil Services
• District Office
• Phone: [phone]