Substitute Support Staff

Gates Chili Central School District; Town of Chili (NY); On-site; USD 22,386 - 26,863; Part time

Job summary

A local school district in New York seeks Substitute Support Staff to assist daily operations within the school. Responsibilities include supporting students, maintaining confidentiality, and working with diverse groups. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a school environment and possess effective communication skills. The position offers hourly pay of $16.25 for Teacher Aide/School Aide and $19.50 for clerical roles, with no benefits provided like health insurance or paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school environment is desirable.
• Able to maintain confidentiality regarding students and staff.
• Ability to support students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operations of a school building.
• Report work orally or in writing to a supervisor as required.
• Travel between schools may be required for certain positions.

Skills

Ability to carry out instructions

Basic arithmetic skills

Computer literacy (Word, Excel)

Effective communication skills

Ability to work with diverse individuals

Job description

• Position Type: Substitute / Substitute Support Staff
• Date Posted: 7/7/2025
• Location: Gates Chili CSD - District Office

The Gates Chili Central School District is dedicated to fostering curiosity, growth, and diversity within our school community. The District celebrates and embraces differences and strives to dismantle exclusion, bias, racism, and prejudice of all forms.

Substitute Support Staff - Requirements for Applying

• Resume
• Letter(s) of recommendation
• Fingerprint clearance from the NYS Dept. of Education
• Attend orientation to substitute in the District
• Once application has been submitted, contact the Human Resource Office at 585-247-5050 Ext. 12103 to schedule an appointment.

Position Purpose

Under the supervision of a staff member, to assist with the day to day operations of a school building.

Compensation/Pay Range

$16.25/hr for Teacher Aide and School Aide, $19.50/hr for clerical support.

Benefits

• Qualifies for District contribution to Health/Vision and/or Dental Insurance – No
• Qualifies for Paid Personal Time – No
• Qualifies for Paid Sick Time – No
• Qualifies for Paid Vacation Time – No

Schedule

Full-time / Part-time. 10-month (works student calendar). 12-month. Paid hours/day: varies.

Job Assignments Available

• Teacher Aide
• Library Page
• Health Aide
• Cafeteria Monitor

Equipment

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements

Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• Prior experience working in school environment desirable.