School-Based 1:1 Teacher Aide

Achieve Beyond; East Meadow (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Achieve Beyond in New York is seeking a School-Based 1:1 Teacher Aide to support a student under the guidance of a classroom teacher and agency supervisor. You will implement strategies, assist with activities, and promote inclusion to help academic, social, behavioral, and functional growth.

You will collect data, reinforce positive behavior, and collaborate with teachers, supervisors, and the interdisciplinary team while maintaining confidentiality and safety at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with children in school/childcare setting.
• Successful completion of agency-provided Teacher Aide Training Program before placement.
• Coursework in education, psychology or related fields is a plus.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to one assigned student during the school day.
• Implement teacher- and agency-designed strategies and behavior plans.
• Assist with classroom activities, transitions and participation.
• Collect observational data on student performance, behavior and engagement.
• Encourage positive behaviors and functional communication skills.
• Support daily routines ensuring student safety.
• Promote independence with appropriate levels of assistance.
• Communicate with teacher, supervisor and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.

Skills

Experience with children

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Bilingual skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in school/childcare setting

Teacher Aide Training Program completed

Education/psychology coursework (a plus)

Job description

Job Summary

The School-Based 1:1 Teacher Aide works under the direction of the classroom teacher and agency supervisor to provide individualized support to a student within the school environment. This position helps promote academic, social, behavioral, and functional success by implementing teacher-directed and agency-provided strategies.

• Provide individualized support to one assigned student during the school day in academic, behavioral, and social settings.
• Implement teacher- and agency-designed strategies, accommodations, and behavior support plans as directed.
• Assist with classroom activities, transitions, and participation to promote inclusion and engagement.
• Collect observational data on student performance, behavior, and engagement, as required by the teacher or agency.
• Encourage and reinforce positive behaviors and functional communication skills.
• Support daily routines such as arrival/dismissal, lunch, specials, and group activities, ensuring student safety at all times.
• Promote independence while providing appropriate levels of assistance in academic, functional, or self-care tasks (as directed).
• Communicate regularly with the classroom teacher, agency supervisor, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality in accordance with school, agency, and state regulations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The School-Based 1:1 Teacher Aide works under the direction of the classroom teacher and agency supervisor to provide individualized support to a student within the school environment. This position helps promote academic, social, behavioral, and functional success by implementing teacher-directed and agency-provided strategies.

• Provide individualized support to one assigned student during the school day in academic, behavioral, and social settings.
• Implement teacher- and agency-designed strategies, accommodations, and behavior support plans as directed.
• Assist with classroom activities, transitions, and participation to promote inclusion and engagement.
• Collect observational data on student performance, behavior, and engagement, as required by the teacher or agency.
• Encourage and reinforce positive behaviors and functional communication skills.
• Support daily routines such as arrival/dismissal, lunch, specials, and group activities, ensuring student safety at all times.
• Promote independence while providing appropriate levels of assistance in academic, functional, or self-care tasks (as directed).
• Communicate regularly with the classroom teacher, agency supervisor, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality in accordance with school, agency, and state regulations.

Education And/or Work Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required (NYS minimum standard for teacher aides).
• Experience working with children, preferably in a school or childcare setting.
• Successful completion of agency-provided Teacher Aide Training Program (required before placement).
• Coursework in education, psychology, or related fields a plus.
• Bilingual skills a plus.

Qualifications And Other Requirements

• Ability to follow teacher and supervisor directions while maintaining a positive and supportive attitude.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and professionalism in supporting children with diverse needs.
• Must be a team player who collaborates with school staff, parents, and agency supervisors.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Physical Requirements Of The Role

• Must be able to assist students in classrooms, hallways, playgrounds, and other school areas.
• Occasionally lifts/moves objects or provides physical assistance to a student (up to 25 lbs).
• Constantly positions self to work at student level (e.g., kneeling, bending).
• Ability to observe student performance and behaviors and respond promptly.
• Ability to communicate clearly with students and staff.

Note:

Job description is subject to change based on student needs, school policies, and agency requirements.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Achieve Beyond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, caregiver status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability requesting accommodation for the application process, please contact us for assistance.