Teacher Aide (Elementary Classrooms)

Teacher Aides at Falk SchoolFalk-Mullen | Buffalo, NYPay: $21.64 per hour ($30,296 per school year) Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:35 AM – 2:35 PMFalk-Mullen is hiring Teacher Aides to join our team.We know that finding the right school environment matters. Our team will review your experience, interests, and qualifications and connect you with school leadership at the campus that may be the best fit for you.Whether you have experience in education, human services, behavioral support, or are looking to begin a career working with students, we want to learn more about you.Apply today and let us help you Find Your Fit at Falk School!Why Falk School?At Falk School, our mission is to provide a supportive, transformational learning community. We believe every student deserves a learning environment where they feel valued, challenged, and empowered to succeed.Founded in 1986, Falk School serves students ages 5–21 across four Western New York campuses through highly structured classrooms and individualized educational supports. As an affiliate of Child & Family Services, we are committed to helping students build the academic, behavioral, and life skills needed to thrive.Our classrooms are intentionally small—typically six students supported by one teacher and one teacher aide—allowing staff to build meaningful relationships with students and provide individualized support throughout the school day.As a Teacher Aide at Falk School, you'll work alongside a classroom teacher to support instruction, student engagement, behavior management, and social-emotional growth. You'll be part of a collaborative school team while making a meaningful impact on students every day.Why Teacher Aides Choose Falk SchoolSmall classroom sizes (typically 6 students)One Teacher + One Teacher Aide in every classroomCollaborative and supportive school teamsShort school-day schedule (7:35 AM – 2:35 PM)Paid school breaks and holidaysOptional six-week summer sessionMeaningful relationships with studentsHands-on experience in special educationOpportunities for professional growth and advancementMake a lasting impact every dayResponsibilitiesAssist the classroom teacher with instructional and non-instructional activitiesWork with students individually and in small groups to provide individualized academic supportSupport student supervision in classrooms, hallways, lunchrooms, and other school settingsHelp create a safe, structured, and positive learning environmentSupport students' academic, behavioral, social, and emotional growthImplement behavior management strategies and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) techniques when necessaryServe as a positive role model and support students in developing appropriate social and emotional skillsCollaborate with teachers, school staff, and other members of the educational teamAssist with classroom organization, record keeping, and general classroom supportQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredAssociate degree or coursework in education, special education, human services, or a related field preferredExperience working with students with disabilities in a school or therapeutic setting preferredStrong communication and collaboration skillsAbility to provide individualized student support and maintain student engagementCommitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environmentWillingness to participate in required professional development and training*No teaching certification requiredFalk School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Keywords: Teacher Aide, Teaching Assistant, Classroom Aide, Special Education Aide, Paraprofessional, Educational Aide, School Aide, Student Support, Behavioral Support, Instructional AideEqual Opportunity Employer 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.