Special Education Aide — Small Class Support

Falk School; Town of Cheektowaga, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid school breaks and holidays

Optional six-week summer session

Job summary

Falk School in Buffalo, NY is hiring a Teacher Aide to join our dedicated team. You will support instruction, behavior management, and social-emotional growth under a classroom teacher's guidance in small, highly structured settings.

We value collaboration, opportunity for growth, and a safe, inclusive learning environment for students aged 5–21 across multiple campuses. Paid breaks and summer session options are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or coursework in education or related field preferred.
• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Willingness to participate in professional development and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with instructional and non-instructional activities.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to provide individualized academic support.
• Support student supervision in classrooms, hallways, lunchrooms, and other school settings.
• Help create a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
• Support students' academic, behavioral, social, and emotional growth.
• Implement behavior management strategies and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques when necessary.
• Serve as a positive role model and support students in developing appropriate social and emotional skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and other members of the educational team.
• Assist with classroom organization, record keeping, and general classroom support.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Student support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or coursework in education or related field

Job description

Falk School in Buffalo, NY is hiring a Teacher Aide to join our dedicated team. You will support instruction, behavior management, and social-emotional growth under a classroom teacher's guidance in small, highly structured settings.

We value collaboration, opportunity for growth, and a safe, inclusive learning environment for students aged 5–21 across multiple campuses. Paid breaks and summer session options are provided.