Teacher Aide

Parsons Child & Family Center; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care package

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

401 (K) plan

Life Insurance

Loan repayment assistance

Free training/CEU opportunities

Job summary

Northern Rivers Family of Services is seeking a Teacher Aide to support classroom teachers in behavior management and student success. This onsite role covers a 8:00 am–4:00 pm schedule, Monday through Friday, with emphasis on creating a safe, positive learning environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring student behavior, assisting with PBIS strategies, recording progress data, and supporting staff with crisis prevention and de-escalation techniques.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to work with students who demonstrate emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Experience supporting classroom behavior and student success preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with behavior management and student learning.
• Monitor student behavior and maintain a safe classroom environment.
• Record behavior data and incident reports when requested.

Skills

Behavior management

Crisis prevention

De-escalation

Record keeping

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computers

Smartboards

Job description

Teacher AideRetention Bonus - $1,500 (paid in 2 parts 1/2 at 90 days and 1/2 at a year) (full time only qualifies)Available shifts - Monday - Friday between 8:00 am - 4:00 pm - no weekendsAs a Teacher Aide, you will assist the classroom teacher in all aspects of behavior management and supporting students success in school. You will work onsite.Responsibilities:Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to our school and students.Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom; record behavior data as requested; assist with crisis prevention; assist with de-escalation techniques with students.Help implement behavior plans (BIP); record behavior data; and the completion of incident reports when requested.Monitor, supervise and assist students during non-instructional periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. lunch, recess/breaks, bus loading/unloading, playground, classroom, washroom, field trips, transportation, assemblies) to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.Help implement classroom PBIS universal components and Tier 2 and Tier 3 strategies for selected students.Attend meetings, training, professional learning sessions (e.g. first aid, TCI, CPR, emergency procedures, behavior management) to enhance professional skills and competencies.Perform clerical duties; maintain records of student progress; develop and file incident reports; maintain student files; check daily attendance; make copies; develop classroom displays and instructional material; maintain and operate computers, smartboards and other classroom equipment.Collaborate with teacher and other staff to incorporate information provided by parents, doctors, nurses, therapists and others to understand the needs of and provide services for students.Always monitor safety and well-being of students; monitor student attitudes and encourage positive behavior and interactions with peers.Perform other related duties and responsibilities as requested by the teacher and principalRequirements and Education:High School Diploma requiredAbility to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 5-7BenefitsHealth care package: medical, dental, and visionTuition reimbursementPaid time offHoliday Pay401 (K) planLife InsuranceLoan repayment assistanceFree training/CEU opportunitiesAbout Northern RiversAt Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.