Health Aides (25-26)

Health Aides

The Beacon City School District is seeking motivated individuals to join our team as Per Diem Health Aides.

Position Overview:

This work involves direct, daily contact with students. Incumbents of this position may also be employed to provide one-on-one service for students with special needs.

Responsibilities may include:

• Provides direct one to one service to students with special needs with activities that might be necessary as described in IEPs;
• Escorting child in and out of building at start and end of school day;
• Assisting child at recess and during fire drills or other emergencies;
• Assisting with toilet skills and eating lunch;
• May assist in planning and setting up bulletin boards and other educational programs;
• Other tasks depending on grade level assignment.

Schedule & Appointment:

• Flexible work schedule tailored to district needs and the employee's availability
• 6.5-hour day based on school schedule with a 30-minute unpaid lunch
• Appointment through June 25, 2026
• Opportunities exist for employees with strong performance to move into roles with more consistent schedules.

Qualifications:

• NYS Fingerprinting clearance required
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Prior experience preferred, but not required

$18.45/hour

Civil Service Eligibility Required