Teacher Aide RPT - Hoover Middle

Kenmore Tonawanda UFSD; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenmore Tonawanda UFSD is seeking a caring aide to support our special classes during academic instruction, focusing on maintaining a safe, structured environment for students with social-emotional and behavioral needs. Responsibilities include using de-escalation strategies, assisting the teacher and support team, supervising transitions such as lunch periods, and documenting and communicating student needs.

Experience with de-escalation techniques is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in community service, child-centered or educational organization for at least 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students using de-escalation strategies and behavior plans.
• Assisting the teacher and support team.
• Supervising transitions such as lunch periods.
• Documenting and communicating student needs.

Skills

De-escalation techniques

Patience

Empathy

Team collaboration

Student support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hours: 7:30am-2:45pm(6.75hours per day, 33.75hours per week) - 10 month duty schedule

Minimum Qualifications:Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalencydiploma, 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:Seeking a caring, dependable Aide to support our special classes during academic instruction. This role focuses on maintaining a safe, structured environment for students with social-emotional and behavioral needs. Responsibilities include: Supporting students using de-escalation strategies and behavior plans, assisting the teacher and support team, supervising transitions such as lunch periods, and documenting and communicating student needs. Experience with de-escalation techniques is preferred.

Special Qualifications: Must be patient and empathetic, have a calm demeanor, and have the ability to develop a strong rapport with parents and related services staff. Must be patient, work well with others, and remain confidential. Experience with special education students is desirable.