1:1 Aide

Capital District Beginnings is an educational Agency providing services for pre-school children with special needs in the Capital District. Named a Best Workplace of the Capital Region by the Times Union since 2021 and celebrating 40 years of supporting children with disabilities in their natural learning environments.

You will work closely with the classroom Special Education Teacher, Therapists, and Support Staff. In this position you will work directly with one approved child for the five-hour program and then participate in classroom meetings, professional development, preparation, cleaning and planning with the classroom team.

1:1 Aides are expected to work the full 5 hour program, Monday-Friday and are also given an additional 2.5 hours per week for planning, prep and meetings, totaling a 27.5 hour work week.

This position starts as soon as possible and follows a school calendar.

This position provides access to the following benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program at no cost to employee and employee's family
• Paid Sick and Personal time
• Professional Development

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Minimum Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED

Beginner skill in Interpersonal Communication

Beginner skill in use of Technology

Beginner skill in following Verbal and Written Instructions