Teacher Aide RPT- Franklin Elementary

Kenmore Tonawanda UFSD; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Kenmore Tonawanda UFSD in Buffalo, NY seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to support students in a school setting. Responsibilities include assisting with instruction, supervising during classes and activities, and implementing RTI-based strategies while ensuring student safety and well-being.

The role may involve personal care tasks and mobility support as documented in individual student IEPs; candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant experience or service in

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Experience or knowledge in a field with specialized duties.
• One year in a community service or educational setting or an equivalent mix of training/experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with student instruction in a traditional classroom setting.
• Provide direct supervision for students during academic classes and activities.
• Support behavior modification and emotional development through positive strategies.
• Assist with personal care duties and mobility as outlined in IEPs.
• Ensure student safety and assist with transitions throughout the school day.

Skills

Student supervision

Behavior support

RTI support

Personal care assistance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hours: 8:45a.m. – 3:45 p.m. (6.5 hours per day, 32.5 hours per week) - 10 month duty schedule

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and; additional experience and knowledge in a particular field where specialized duties are involved; or have served in a community service organization, child-centered service or educational organization for a minimum of one (1) year; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Duties of Assignment: Assignment may vary based on building need and can include traditional classroom setting, special educationprogramming, and/or personal care (1-to-1 or 2-to-1 support).Ensures student safety throughout the building; help student transition throughout thebuilding. Provide student support in all academic areas that may include: behavior modification programs through encouragement and emotional development; provide direct supervision for student while attending academic classes and extra-curricular activities;provide guidance, support and proximity control throughout the realm of any given school day; duties may include lifting, feeding,and personal care duties that may include toileting and personal hygiene as noted on the student’s IEP. Assist with studentinstruction, focused on RTI. Building principal may assign additional duties as needed.