6-12 Teaching Assistant/Aide Building Substitute

Brighton Central Schools Employment; Town of Brighton (NY); On-site; USD 37,440 - 51,840; Full time

Job summary

Brighton Central School District Employment is recruiting a day-to-day building substitute to fill in for teacher aides or teaching assistants when they are out of the classroom.

The role involves lifting up to 60 lbs, outdoor activity in all weather, active supervision of students, and basic clerical tasks after training. It requires clear communication with children.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of clerical experience or experience working with children preferred.
• College credits (≥30) may substitute for the one year of experience.
• Combination of experience and education acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Lift, carry, pull up to 60 lbs.
• Be outdoors for up to an hour year round in potentially inclement weather
• Be on your feet and supervising consistently for up to an hour
• Be able to run and keep up with a child
• With training, operate a copier and complete classroom cutting and clerical tasks
• Speak and communicate clearly with children
• Be able to sit and get up from the floor or low seated position
• Be part of a P.E. class and be able to support sport activities

Skills

Lifts up to 60 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

30 college credits may substitute for experience

Job description

Recruiting for a day‑to‑day building substitute to fill‑in for teacher aides or teaching assistants while they are out of the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Lift, carry, pull up to 60 lbs.
• Be outdoors for up to an hour year around in potentially inclement weather
• Be on your feet and supervising consistently for up to an hour
• Be able to run and keep up with a child
• With training, operate a copier and complete classroom cutting and clerical tasks
• Speak and communicate clearly with children
• Be able to sit and get up from the floor or low seated position.
• Be part of a P.E. class and be able to support sport activities

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus
• Either: (A) One (1) year of full‑time or part‑time equivalent paid or voluntary experience working in a clerical capacity;
• (B) One (1) year of full‑time or part‑time equivalent paid or voluntary experience working with children;
• (C) Possession of a certificate of completion for a course for Child Care through an occupational school, The American Red Cross or similar agency;
• (D) A combination of experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B), and (C) above.
• NOTE: Successful completion of one (1) year of college education beyond high school (minimum of 30 semester college credit hours) may be substituted for the one (1) year of experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Brighton Central School District seeks candidates for faculty and staff positions who are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment where all students, faculty and staff can thrive. We value a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and skills, recognizing that they enrich our school community and enhance learning for everyone. A broad understanding of and appreciation for different backgrounds and viewpoints is essential to our mission.

Brighton Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation (the term “sexual orientation” means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non‑discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. In addition, students are also afforded protection based on weight.