School-Based 1:1 Teacher Aide
4 days ago
East Meadow
Job Description Job Summary The School-Based 1:1 Teacher Aide works under the direction of the classroom teacher and agency supervisor to provide individualized support to a student within the school environment. This position helps promote academic, social, behavioral, and functional success by implementing teacher-directed and agency-provided strategies. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Provide individualized support to one assigned student during the school day in academic, behavioral, and social settings., • Implement teacher- and agency-designed strategies, accommodations, and behavior support plans as directed., • Assist with classroom activities, transitions, and participation to promote inclusion and engagement., • Collect observational data on student performance, behavior, and engagement, as required by the teacher or agency., • Encourage and reinforce positive behaviors and functional communication skills., • Support daily routines such as arrival/dismissal, lunch, specials, and group activities, ensuring student safety at all times., • Promote independence while providing appropriate levels of assistance in academic, functional, or self-care tasks (as directed)., • Communicate regularly with the classroom teacher, agency supervisor, and interdisciplinary team members., • High school diploma or equivalent required (NYS minimum standard for teacher aides)., • Experience working with children, preferably in a school or childcare setting., • Successful completion of agency-provided Teacher Aide Training Program (required before placement)., • Coursework in education, psychology, or related fields a plus., • Ability to follow teacher and supervisor directions while maintaining a positive and supportive attitude., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills., • Patience, flexibility, and professionalism in supporting children with diverse needs., • Must be a team player who collaborates with school staff, parents, and agency supervisors., • Must be able to assist students in classrooms, hallways, playgrounds, and other school areas., • Occasionally lifts/moves objects or provides physical assistance to a student (up to 25 lbs)., • Constantly positions self to work at student level (e.g., kneeling, bending)., • Ability to observe student performance and behaviors and respond promptly.