What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Teacher Aide - 15:1:1 Classroom position at John F. Kennedy Middle School?
Classroom Academic Teacher Aide Position
Position Title: Special Education Classroom Teacher Aide
Location: Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District / John F. Kennedy Middle School
Salary/Pay Scale: $17.84 an hour
The successful candidate will:
Work closely with a specific student to support the student’s individualized education program and medical needs. Report to the Special Education Teacher, Principal, and Director of Special Education & Student Services.
RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS:
- Assist the student(s) to whom assigned in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off outerwear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory, etc., as needed.
- Assist the student(s) in curriculum tasks, guiding and reviewing previously taught material, but not responsible for initial instruction.
- Performs simple errands and tasks, if necessary, for the student(s), such as sharpening pencils, carrying lunch trays, etc.
- Accompany the student(s) to whom assigned in hallways and special areas.
- Assist the student(s) with behavioral/management needs in accordance with the student’s needs and student’s behavioral/management plan, as needed.
- Maintains professional confidentiality of all students, teacher(s), and special education student(s) activities.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the teacher, Principal, and/or Director of Special Education and Student Services to serve the District flexibility.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma.
- Demonstrates ability to have patience, interest in children, and be physically/emotionally able to handle rigorous programming.
- Such additional qualifications as the Director of Special Education & Student Services and/or the Superintendent of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should apply online at www.schoolspring.com and attach a letter of interest, current resume, and three current references, or submit all of the required materials directly to:
Mrs. Andrea L. Galenski, Superintendent of Schools, 166 Halstead Avenue, Sloan, NY 14212
Application Deadline – August 14, 2026
The Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including gender identity or the status of being transgender), sexual orientation, disability, age, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic-violence-victim status, criminal arrest or conviction record, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal non-discrimination laws.