What are the responsibilities and job description for the Classroom Aide - Buffalo position at The Summit Center?
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Position: Classroom Aide
Pay: $20.34/hour
Location: Buffalo, NY
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, or 8:15 AM - 3:15 PM, 35 hrs./week
The Summit Center, as seen on All Access with Andy Garcia, is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.
Why Work With Us?
The Classroom Aide supports the lead teacher and educational team by assisting with instruction, classroom tasks, and student support. This role requires strong communication skills, reliability, teamwork, and the ability to work effectively with students and staff both in and outside the classroom.
Apply now to become a #DifferenceMaker!
Education
Required
Preferred
Preferred
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Position: Classroom Aide
Pay: $20.34/hour
Location: Buffalo, NY
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, or 8:15 AM - 3:15 PM, 35 hrs./week
The Summit Center, as seen on All Access with Andy Garcia, is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.
Why Work With Us?
- Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year!)
- Up to 10 days of paid time off
- 14-16 paid holidays annually
- Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
- Health, dental, vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)
- Employee Assistance Program:
- Free mental health counseling
- Free childcare referrals
- Access to legal services
- Grief/eldercare support
- Financial planning resources
The Classroom Aide supports the lead teacher and educational team by assisting with instruction, classroom tasks, and student support. This role requires strong communication skills, reliability, teamwork, and the ability to work effectively with students and staff both in and outside the classroom.
- Assist in instruction and fulfillment of IEP mandates
- Implement established behavior plan(s)
- Assist teacher to implement and monitor individual lesson plans, data collection and charting systems
- Assist in conducting classroom activities that enhance opportunity to develop skills in areas of need
- Assist with routine classroom functions
- Maintain strict confidentiality
- Assist with home-school communication
- Assist with all required paperwork to be completed
- Adheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect
- Adheres to the Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time Off
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum or 6 months of childcare experience
Apply now to become a #DifferenceMaker!
Education
Required
- High School or better
Preferred
- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Preferred
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.