Instructional Aide: Student Support & Classroom Help

Menands Union Free Sch Dist; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Menands Union Free School District is seeking instructional aides for the 2026-2027 school year in the Albany area. Duties include supporting teachers with classroom activities, assisting students with special needs, and helping with daily living skills and behavior management.

The district serves about 300 students from PRE-K to 8th grade and funds high school attendance for some students. The position pays $17 per hour with a start date in October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting with classroom activities and instructional tasks.
• Ability to provide individual or small group support to students with needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with classroom management and instructional activities.
• Provide individual or small group support to students with special needs.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene needs as required.
• Monitor progress and support behavior management.
• Collaborate with teachers and other professionals.
• Aid in classroom setup and organization.
• Support communication, mobility and daily living skills for students.
• Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Student support

Job description

Menands Union Free School District is seeking instructional aides for the 2026-2027 school year in the Albany area. Duties include supporting teachers with classroom activities, assisting students with special needs, and helping with daily living skills and behavior management.

The district serves about 300 students from PRE-K to 8th grade and funds high school attendance for some students. The position pays $17 per hour with a start date in October 2026.