Special Education Teacher Aide

Racker; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health insurance

Staff childcare discount

Job summary

Racker is hiring a Special Education Teacher Aide to support children with special needs in a dynamic classroom, following the school calendar and a 6-week summer session. This full-time role offers benefits including health insurance and a 20% childcare discount for staff family members.

You will assist with daily activities, implement IEP-driven strategies, and collaborate with teachers and a multidisciplinary team to help children thrive in an inclusive setting.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and teamwork.
• Ability to follow instructions and document accurately.

Responsibilities

• Support individual children and classroom needs under the guidance of the teacher.
• Assist with implementing IEPs to support instructional and social-emotional growth.
• Help children with daily tasks such as toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting, and positioning.
• Implement individualized strategies as directed by the teacher.
• Maintain records and complete program-related documentation.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and debriefs.
• Uphold professional standards of behavior and contribute to a positive work culture.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Do you enjoy working with children with special needs and making a positive impact on their lives? Become a Special Education Teacher Aide at Racker! In this role, you\'ll support the development and well-being of children in a dynamic, inclusive educational setting. Join our team in this full time position and help create an environment where every child can thrive.

Position Details:

• Full-time: 31 hours per week, Monday-Friday , following our school calendar including a 6-week summer session.
• Additional hours may be available.
• Rate of pay: $17.25 per hour .
• Racker offers benefits including tuition assistance, health insurance, and a 20% discount on childcare services for children and grandchildren of full-time staff.

Responsibilities

• Support individual children and the overall classroom needs under the guidance of the classroom teacher.
• Contribute to implementing IEPs to support children\'s instructional and social-emotional growth in large group, one-on-one and small group settings, embedding learning across the day.
• Assist children with daily tasks such as toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting, and positioning.
• Implement individualized strategies consistently as directed by teacher.
• Maintain accurate records and complete program-related documentation.
• Participate respectfully in a multidisciplinary team, including daily debriefs and weekly team meetings.
• Adhere to professional standards of behavior and dress while contributing to a positive work culture.
• Attend required training and uphold program regulations.
• Accept feedback, show initiative, and contribute to the development of the educational setting.
• Bring your creativity, energy, and love of children!

Qualifications

• Education, Experience, & Skills: High School diploma or GED required. Must be at least 18 years old on date of hire.
• One year of special education or early childhood-related work experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational abilities, and collaboration skills.

Physical Capability

Ability to physically assist children to participate in the program; ability to lift up to forty (40) pounds; ability to engage in repetitive movements such as sitting/kneeling on floor, bending and stooping; ability to move quickly to attend to a running child.

Diversity and Inclusion

Our approach to Diversity and Inclusion - "A world where all people know they belong."