Special Education Classroom Support Aide

Elizabeth Seton Children’s; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Elizabeth Seton Children’s is seeking a dedicated aide to support non-instructional classroom duties under the supervision of a special education teacher in Yonkers, NY. The role emphasizes safety, organized learning spaces, and collaboration with the classroom team to implement daily lesson plans for students with special needs.

Responsibilities include assisting with health-related tasks, maintaining records, transporting students, and helping with general school operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Experience with children with special needs.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Must meet NYDOH health standards and regulatory requirements.
• Must lift at least 35 pounds.
• May be exposed to children’s blood/body fluids.

Responsibilities

• Understands and promotes Elizabeth Seton Children's Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure application with organizational policies and procedures.
• Assist teacher and classroom staff in maintaining a safe and organized learning environment (set-up materials and have them available for use by students and staff according to the daily lesson plan).
• Assist students in physical care tasks and health related activities including therapeutic feeding, toileting and positioning in adapted equipment.
• Collaborate with classroom team in designing lesson plan activities based on knowledge of children with special needs and child development.
• Assist teacher in maintaining accurate classroom documentation (attendance and health checks, daily checklists) according to Coleman policy.
• Transport students to and from school; ensuring they are seated securely and have adapted equipment.
• Be aware of classroom activities and location of students at all times; respond to individual needs as directed by the teacher.
• Perform other tasks to support school operations as assigned by School Administration.

Skills

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Elizabeth Seton Children’s is seeking a dedicated aide to support non-instructional classroom duties under the supervision of a special education teacher in Yonkers, NY. The role emphasizes safety, organized learning spaces, and collaboration with the classroom team to implement daily lesson plans for students with special needs.

Responsibilities include assisting with health-related tasks, maintaining records, transporting students, and helping with general school operations.