Education Aide, School Age at Victory Academy

O.L.V. Human Services; City of Lackawanna (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an Education Aide to provide academic support for students with disabilities. The role involves supervising students, assisting with educational programming, and ensuring a safe and structured environment. Join a team dedicated to shaping futures and supporting diverse learning needs.

Benefits

Paid School Breaks

Paid Holidays

Additional Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid employer-sponsored life insurance

OLV Tuition Reimbursement up to $7,200

Qualifying Non-Profit for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• No experience required, but preferred in the mental health field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students at all times.
• Assist students with their academic work and daily school routines.
• Utilize preventative and de-escalation techniques consistent with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention.

Skills

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Education Aide, School Age at Victory Academy

777 Ridge Rd, Lackawanna, NY 14218, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, January 3, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Join Our Team: Where Every Role Shapes Futures and Sparks Dreams!

If that statement ignites you, you’re at the right place! We are looking for Teacher Assistants at Baker Hall School & Baker Academy, serving students with disabilities in grades K-12.

Our education program strives to provide specialized, high-quality educational programming for students with and without disabilities across Western New York. Our programs serve Pre-K through 12th grade students in 6 schools, with a focus on blending academic and social-emotional support to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

• Paid School Breaks (Approximately 7 weeks)
• Paid Holidays
• Additional Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid employer-sponsored life insurance
• Supplemental insurance programs for additional life insurance, short-term disability, accident & cancer insurance
• Up to $600 every year for completing biometric health screenings on a single health insurance plan & up to $1,200 if a spouse completes too
• Small class sizes (8 students, 1 teacher, and 1 or 2 educational aides)
• Teacher Mentor Program
• Paid teacher prep periods
• Casual dress code
• OLV Tuition Reimbursement up to $7,200
• Qualifying Non-Profit for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Access to Dental & Outpatient Mental Health services while working
• Employee referral program

Job Summary:
The Education Aide provides academic support and services to pediatrics, adolescents, and adults, adjusting for the effects of age, culture, background, experience, and developmental status. As a support for academic, behavioral, and life skills, this employee directly supervises students in areas of educational programming and activities.

Essential Job Duties:

• Supervise students at all times.
• Assist students with their academic work and daily school routines.
• Interact with students in ways that are therapeutic, respectful, and trauma-sensitive.
• Utilize preventative and de-escalation techniques consistent with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
• Assist teachers as requested and actively engage with students in the classroom.
• Assist students with morning/evening transportation between cottages and school via agency bus.
• Teach students living skills such as decision-making, personal control, interpersonal communication, problem-solving, dressing, grooming, and eating.
• Ensure the daily routine, structure, and habilitative programming are maintained and standards are met.
• Supervise and assist in transporting students as required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Assist in planning and implementing the treatment plan.
• Complete all required paperwork (IRs, logs, attendance, lunch forms, behavioral data) timely and according to policy.
• Perform any other duties listed on the responsibility checklist assigned by the supervisor.
• Assist students in maintaining and succeeding with individual behavior plans.
• Perform any other duties as requested by your supervisor.

Skills:

• High School Diploma/GED

Experience:

• No experience required, but preferred in the mental health field.

Required License/Registration/Certification:

• None

Physical Requirements:

• The position is primarily sedentary with occasional light physical exertion. Little exposure to environmental conditions.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, sitting, climbing, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination.
• Occasional physical demands include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling.