Special Education Teacher Aide

Orleans-Niagara BOCES; Burt (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

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Benefits package

Job summary

ORLEANS/NIAGARA BOCES invites applications for a Special Education Teacher Aide in a specialized high school program. The role supports students with disabilities aiming to develop job skills, independence, and academics while working closely with instructors and staff.

The ideal candidate should be able to follow directions, remain flexible, patient, and contribute to a collaborative team environment. TCIS and de-escalation training are preferred, and physical requirements may include lifting

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience or knowledge with students with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to take direction, be flexible, patient, and work collaboratively as a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide services in special education programs in a small high school setting focused on job skills, independence, and academics.
• Be able to take direction, stay flexible, exercise patience, and collaborate as part of a team.
• Demonstrate knowledge of students with disabilities and be able to assist as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Patience

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Special Education Teacher Aide
• Date Posted: 10/30/2026
• Date Available: 12/21/2026
• Closing Date: 11/30/2026

ORLEANS/NIAGARA BOCES

Special Education Teacher Aide

Job Description:

The individual will provide services in programs of special education, working in a small, specialized high school with students focused on job skills, independence, and academics. The individual will need the ability to take direction, be flexible, be patient, and work collaboratively as a team member. The individual should have knowledge regarding or experience with students with disabilities. Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Schools (TCIS) and de-escalation training is preferred. Regarding physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position, requirements may include the abilities to regularly and repetitively stand, walk, sit, lift, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach, carry, push, and pull up to 40lbs. Regular attendance and dependability are required. Other responsibilities may be assigned.

Requirement:

Civil Service – Non-competitive High School Diploma or GED required

Salary:

Anticipated starting salary range is $20.16-$21.40 per hour based on experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits package.