Preschool 1:1/Teacher's Aide - Golisano Autism Center

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:  Preschool 1 to 1 and Teacher Aides (Golisano Autism Center -Rochester, NY)

Pay Range:
For full/part time: $16.75 - $18.75 per hour
For substitutes: $16.50 - $18.50

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, internal equity, and location.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full time, part time , and/or substitute position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday during program hours. Evening work may be required as job duties demand. This is a school year position which includes the 6 week summer program.

Summary/Objective:  The Teacher’s Aide is a key component in the classroom in ensuring the day’s activities are prepared. The Teacher’s Aide provides overall support to the teacher(s) and children in the classroom.

Required Education and Experience:

1. High School Diploma or its equivalent, or 1 year of experience working with children
2. Must be at least 18 years of age

**Don't let qualifications hold you back – research shows that many candidates underestimate their abilities. We provide extensive training for 90% of the required technical skills. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Take the leap and apply today!

Essential Functions:

1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources.
2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.
3. Performs non-instructional duties under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
4. Assists the classroom teacher in all children’s activities throughout the day.
5. Supervises children at all times, including during busing and transitional activities.
6. Assists in physical care tasks and health related activities as appropriate.
7. Assists children with behavioral/management needs.
8. Functions as a positive, contributing member of the classroom team.
9. Attends appropriate meetings as determined by the classroom teacher and Program Director.
10. Demonstrates consistent, nurturing manner toward all children.
11. Assists with classroom preparation/set-up and the management of classroom materials and equipment.
12. Assists in the preparation of children’s meals and snacks. Assists with classroom cleanup as needed before/after meals and during the day as needed.
13. Shares all relevant information related to classroom children obtained form various sources with the classroom teacher.
14. Performs classroom duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or teaching assistant.
15. Participates in conferences, workshops. Department meetings and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.
16. Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

Competency Requirements:

1. Communication Proficiency.
2. Initiative.
3. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
4. Stress Management/Composure.
5. Learning Orientation.

Supervisory Responsibility: None.

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment: This job operates in a preschool classroom environment. This role uses standard office equipment.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.

Travel:  Travel is primarily local during the business day but employee will be expected to work at any of our partner agencies. Some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications: None

***Our comprehensive benefit plan includes but is not limited to (full-time & part-time positions only):

• Affordable Medical (full-time only) / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Paid Personal Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Matching 403B and/or ROTH Retirement Plan
• Additional Insurance Offerings - Term Life, Short Term Disability, Critical Illness with Cancer Rider, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
• Employer Paid Term Life/AD&D Insurance & Long Term Disability 
• Employer Paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• 25% Tuition Discount for benefit-eligible Employees and Family Members at Roberts Wesleyan College

EEO Statement : The agencies are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants in the hiring, promotion, compensation, placement, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, domestic violence victim status, prior arrest and conviction records or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.