Elementary School Support Teacher

Erie 1 BOCES

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 39,000

Full time

30 hours ago

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Job summary

Erie 1 BOCES seeks a Support Teacher to provide instructional and behavioral support in K-12 settings, collaborating with classroom teachers to promote academic achievement and social-emotional development.

The role includes delivering targeted instruction, supporting IEPs/504 Plans, and preparing engaging materials for daily instruction in itinerant Rochester-area classrooms. Strong collaboration and communication are essential.

Qualifications

Supports students in general and special education settings.
Collaborates with teachers to implement differentiated instruction.
Assists with IEPs, 504 Plans, and intervention strategies.

Responsibilities

Delivered small-group and one-on-one instruction across core subjects.
Collaborated to implement differentiated instruction and accommodate diverse learning needs.
Supported IEPs, 504 Plans, and intervention strategies as directed.
Monitored student progress and documented performance for teachers.
Assisted in classroom management and promoting positive behavior.
Prepared instructional materials and activities for daily instruction.
Supervised students during transitions, lunch, and activities.
Fostered a safe, inclusive learning environment encouraging participation and independence.
Communicated progress with teachers, administrators, specialists, and families when appropriate.
Participated in staff meetings and professional development.

Skills

Classroom Management

Small-Group Instruction

Student Intervention

Differentiated Instruction

Behavior Management

Progress Monitoring

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communication

Lesson Support

Educational Technology

Relationship Building

Organization & Time Management

Job description

Support Teacher

Job Summary

Provided instructional and behavioral support to students in general and special education settings while collaborating with classroom teachers to promote academic achievement, social-emotional development, and a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Delivered small-group and one-on-one instruction to reinforce classroom lessons in reading, writing, mathematics, and other core subjects.
Collaborated with classroom teachers to implement differentiated instruction and accommodate diverse learning needs.
Supported students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504 Plans, and intervention strategies as directed.
Monitored student progress, documented academic and behavioral performance, and communicated observations with teachers and support staff.
Assisted in implementing classroom management strategies and promoting positive student behavior.
Prepared instructional materials, learning activities, and classroom resources to support daily instruction.
Supervised students during classroom transitions, lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and school activities.
Fostered a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that encouraged student participation and independence.
Communicated effectively with teachers, administrators, specialists, and families regarding student progress when appropriate.
Participated in staff meetings, professional development, and school-wide initiatives to support student success. These responsibilities are commonly associated with instructional support teacher roles in K-12 schools.

Core Skills