Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center - Yonkers, NY

posted 4 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Yonkers, NY
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Teacher Aide at ESCS Yonk Campus plays a crucial role in supporting the educational environment for children with special needs. This position involves assisting certified special education teachers in non-instructional classroom duties, ensuring a safe and organized learning space, and providing physical care to students. The aide collaborates with the classroom team to design lesson activities and maintains accurate documentation as per school policies.

Responsibilities

  • Assist teacher and classroom staff in maintaining a safe and organized learning environment.
  • Help keep materials and equipment clean and in working order.
  • Set up materials for use by students and staff according to the daily lesson plan.
  • Assist students in physical care tasks and health-related activities, including therapeutic feeding, toileting, and positioning in adapted equipment.
  • Collaborate with the classroom team in designing lesson plan activities based on knowledge of children with special needs.
  • Maintain accurate classroom documentation, including student attendance and health checks.
  • Transport students to and from school, ensuring they are securely seated and have necessary adapted equipment.
  • Be aware of classroom activities and the location of students at all times, responding to individual needs as directed by the teacher.
  • Perform other tasks to support the operations of the school as assigned by School Administration.

Requirements

  • High school degree; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • Experience with children with special needs.
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently.
  • Must meet or exceed all health standards and requirements for the position as established by NYDOH and other regulatory agencies.
  • Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of the School, including a medical and physical examination.
  • Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.
  • Must be able to assist in the evacuation of children, if necessary.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate of $22.17/Hr.
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