Teacher Aide, BEC

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES; Center (IN); On-site; USD 22,041 - 25,788; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

NYS Retirement System

Loan forgiveness

Tuition discounts

Employee discounts on mobile plans

Job summary

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES is seeking a Teacher Aide (BEC) to support students in Special Education programs across the region. This hands-on position offers meaningful daily interaction, helping teachers manage classrooms and support individual student needs.

The role runs 6 hours per day, with a 10-month school calendar and options for summer work. Pay ranges from $16.00 to $18.72 per hour, with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, NYS retirement, loan forgiveness, and discounts.

Qualifications

• Civil Service eligibility for Teacher Aide required and a high school diploma or equivalency.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team to support students in program assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher by performing non-instructional duties to support students with disabilities individually, in small groups and/or test proctoring.
• Assist with general supervision of students in various settings including classroom, hallways, lunchroom, and playground.
• Implement behavior plans and safety interventions under staff direction and assist with crisis de-escalation as needed.
• Prepare classroom materials, projects, demonstrations and displays; support IEPs and 504 plans under certified staff guidance.
• Attend meetings and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Required Application Type

School Related PersonnelSalary/Pay Scale$16.00 - $18.72

Application Deadline

8/5/2026

Position Title

Teacher Aide, BEC

Job Description

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES is hiring Teacher Aides to support students across our Special Education programs throughout the region. This is meaningful, hands-on work where your presence truly matters every single day.

Work Schedule & Benefits

• 6 hours per day
• 10-month position following the school calendar (evenings, holidays, and summers off!) with the option to work during summer school
• Hourly Pay Rate of $16.00-$18.72 (dependent on experience)
• Excellent benefits, including:
• Health insurance
• New York State Retirement System membership
• Loan forgiveness & Tuition discounts
• Employee discounts on mobile plans and more!

What You’ll Do

• Assist the classroom teacher by performing non-instructional duties to support students with disabilities individually, in small groups and/or test proctoring.
• Assist with general supervision of students in a multitude of settings including, but not limited to classroom, hallways, lunchroom, and playground.
• Assist with classroom management of students and monitoring individual student behavior through crisis intervention by implementing positive behavior management strategies or others supported by the program.
• Perform physical intervention techniques (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention) when necessary.
• Implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and safety plans under staff direction
• Support de-escalation and prevention strategies, and respond to student crises as requested.
• Assist with the preparation of classroom materials, projects, demonstrations and displays.
• Support the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 Plans under the direction of certified staff
• Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA
• Utilize your own special skills and abilities by assisting the instructional program in such areas as foreign language, arts, crafts, music, recreation, vocational or other similar subject areas when requested/appropriate.
• Ride the school bus with students and support students in community-based learning activities (work experience, field trips, vocational training).
• Assist in self-help, personal care activities, including toileting, and mobility for students with disabilities.
• Willing to continue ongoing professional development in support of program placement.
• Perform other duties related to specific programs.
• Complete required training as assigned, including TCI-S
• Attend meetings, as necessary.

Job Qualifications

• Civil Service eligibility for Teacher Aide required: Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma
• Work collaboratively with team members to effectively support all students in program assignments.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively communicate with adults and students.
• Physically able to perform essential functions of the position (with or without reasonable accommodation) including, but not limited to:
• Performing physical intervention techniques,
• Lifting/carrying/moving up to 50 lbs,
• Standing, stooping, bending, crouching, squatting, kneeling, and/or reaching.
• Supporting/transporting students in wheelchairs and/or providing assistance with transfer, ambulation and positioning.
• Escorting and/or walking with (in some cases running after) students in multiple settings such as in community based activities, nature walks and school buildings.
• Fingerprinting and background check required (per NYS Law)

Job Category

Teaching Assistants, Aides & Tutors

Job Location

Bloomfield Education Center