Support Teacher - Tier I

Rochester Academy of Science Charter School; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

ROCSci in Rochester, NY is seeking a Support Teacher to work with the lead teacher to provide a safe, engaging learning environment for students. You will assist with instruction, supervision, and daily activities while helping students develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff and families, implementing individualized plans, and maintaining confidentiality and professional classroom standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or experience in education, child development, special education, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience working with children or students is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and the ability to work with students with varying academic, behavioral, and developmental needs.
• Ability to maintain a professional and positive classroom environment.
• Commitment to student safety, inclusion, and success.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher with daily classroom instruction and activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support to students based on their academic, behavioral, and developmental needs.
• Assist students with assignments, classroom activities, and skill development.
• Help maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, transitions, arrival, dismissal, and other assigned times.
• Reinforce classroom expectations, routines, and positive behavior strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, support staff, and families as appropriate.
• Assist with implementing individualized student plans and accommodations.
• Monitor student progress and communicate relevant observations to the lead teacher and appropriate staff.
• Help prepare classroom materials, learning activities, and instructional resources.
• Support students in developing independence, communication, social skills, and appropriate classroom behaviors.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and follow all school policies and procedures.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and other school-related activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the lead teacher or school administration.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience and flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Support Teacher – ROCSciThe Support Teacher works collaboratively with the lead teacher and school staff to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment for students. This position assists with classroom instruction, student supervision, individualized support, and daily classroom activities while helping students develop academically, socially, and emotionally.Essential ResponsibilitiesSupport the lead teacher with daily classroom instruction and activities.Provide individual and small-group support to students based on their academic, behavioral, and developmental needs.Assist students with assignments, classroom activities, and skill development.Help maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.Supervise students during classroom activities, transitions, arrival, dismissal, and other assigned times.Reinforce classroom expectations, routines, and positive behavior strategies.Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, support staff, and families as appropriate.Assist with implementing individualized student plans and accommodations.Monitor student progress and communicate relevant observations to the lead teacher and appropriate staff.Help prepare classroom materials, learning activities, and instructional resources.Support students in developing independence, communication, social skills, and appropriate classroom behaviors.Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and follow all school policies and procedures.Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and other school-related activities as assigned.Perform other duties as assigned by the lead teacher or school administration.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or experience in education, child development, special education, or a related field preferred.Previous experience working with children or students is preferred.Ability to work effectively as part of a team.Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.Patience, flexibility, and the ability to work with students with varying academic, behavioral, and developmental needs.Ability to maintain a professional and positive classroom environment.Commitment to student safety, inclusion, and success.Work EnvironmentThe Support Teacher works primarily in a school/classroom setting and may be required to assist students with a variety of academic, behavioral, developmental, and physical needs. The position requires the ability to remain active throughout the school day and respond appropriately to changing student and classroom needs.