Teacher Aide, Classroom 0926-0013

Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES; Town of West Seneca (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual holidays

Generous Paid Personal/Sick time

Premium Health and Dental plans (E1B

Job summary

Erie 1 BOCES Northtowns Academy is seeking a Classroom Aide to support students with trauma-informed care and behavioral needs. You will assist teachers, work with individuals, and help with daily routines and activities to maintain a calm, organized classroom.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, confidentiality of student information, and active participation in the educational team to foster student outcomes. Relevant experience is preferred and applications accepted by Oct. 11, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in educational support roles preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and work within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom activities as directed by the teacher.
• Work with individual children as directed by a teacher.
• Assist with arrival and departure including coats, boots, and lunches.
• Help keep supplies and materials in order.
• Prepare materials for classroom use.
• Clean up and put away materials after use.
• Assist in implementing the classroom and/or individual behavior plans.
• Escort a child when leaving a room or relocating within the building.
• Assist in supervising activities and daily living tasks as needed.

Skills

Team player

Positive outlook

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

4 years related experience

Job description

Location

Erie 1 BOCES
Special Education Services
Northtowns Academy
Tonawanda, NY

Hours

7:30AM - 2:45PM

Generous Benefits Package including but not limited to the following

• Paid annual holidays
• Generous Paid Personal/Sick time
• Premium Health and Dental plans (E1B pays 85%)
• Medical Insurance waiver allowance
• Life insurance at NO cost to you
• FSA plan
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• NYS RetirementSystem
• 403b AND 457 retirement plans

Erie 1 BOCES seeks aClassroom Aide for our Northtowns Academy. Our programs employ trauma informed care, behavioral supports andsocial emotional needs for students who are struggling with trauma and mental health.

Job Description

1. Assists with classroom activities as directed by the teacher.
2. Works with individual children as directed by a teacher.
3. Assists children with arrival and departure involving coats, boots, and lunches.
4. Helps keep supplies and materials in order.
5. Helps prepare materials for their use.
6. Cleans up and puts away materials after use.
7. Changes children's clothing and cleanses children, if necessary.
8. Assists the teacher in implementing the classroom and/or individual student's behavior management program.
9. Accompanies a child when removal from a classroom is necessary or when the child must go to another part of the building.
10. Assists in restraining students who may exhibit behaviors that are injurious to self or others.
11. Assists and supervises games and free play, both indoors and outdoors.
12. Assists the teacher in the implementation of activities that include but are not limited to: feeding, toileting, and other activities of daily living(e.g. grooming, hygiene, leisure/recreation, etc.).
13. Lifts and transports students in conjunction with daily living activities.
    1. Teacher Aides working with non-ambulatory students are expected to lift 40- pound loads independently and may be required to lift/move students weighing more than 40 pounds with assistance from another adult and/or with the use of appropriate lifting devices.
    2. SPECIAL NOTE: The ability to lift/move students either independently or with assistance is a condition of employment for teacher aides who work with non-ambulatory students. Initial and periodic physical examinations will test this ability. Teacher aides should not attempt to lift more than one-third of their body weight without assistance from another adult or appropriate lifting devices.
14. Be an active part of the classroom education team, as demonstrated by following teacher directions, being cooperative, showing support for other team members and focusing on student needs and outcomes.
15. Discuss parental requests for information with the teacher before responding.
16. Maintains confidentiality of student information.

Special Notes

When responding to or inquiring about this Notice of Vacancy, please refer to thePosting Number noted above. Requests for reasonable accommodations at the interview under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be submitted in writing to the ADA Coordinator (Director, HumanResources) at least 48 hours priorto the interview.

Minimum Civil Service Qualifications

A) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; or;

B) Four (4) years of experience and knowledge in a particular fieldwhere specialized duties are involved, not necessarily in an aide role; or;

C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).

Additional Qualifications

• Applicants should have a positive outlook, a strong work ethic and work well in a team setting.
• Kind and caring individuals are encouraged to apply
• Experience preferred but not required

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED THROUGH OCTOBER 11, 2026