Assignment:
Multiple Assignments Available
Salary:
Minimum Starting $15.61/hour
As per current Fairport District Paraprofessionals (FDP) Agreement as well as education and experience
Benefits:
Health and Dental
Life Insurance
New York State Employee Retirement System (NYSERS) Pension
Longevity Payments
Stipend for holding a Bachelor’s Degree
Professional Development
Hours:
School Calendar - 10 month
Monday through Friday
Elementary Schools – 6.5 hour work day (plus 30 minute unpaid lunch)
Work hours by building are as follows:
| Brooks Hill Elementary (K-5) | 8:30 am – 3:30 pm |
Reports To:
Building Administrator, Classroom Teacher(s), Special Education Director
Position Description:
The Teacher Aide would support students with a diverse range of needs and abilities in the general education and/or special education classrooms and programs.
Responsibilities May Include: - Assisting and supporting the teacher(s) in classroom setting
- Providing one-on-one or small group support to students who may need additional assistance in subject area(s)
- Supporting student(s) with special learning needs, modifications, or accommodations as directed by classroom teacher or individualized education plans (IEPs)
- Assisting with supervision of student(s) across various settings throughout the school day
- Assisting student(s) with daily activities, as required, including helping with mobility, personal care, or communication
- Assisting student(s) with academic assignments and social-emotional development
- Performing routine clerical duties and record keeping
- Attending building and district meetings and workshops as required
Skills: - Strong communication skills and the ability to interact positively with students, teachers and staff
- Basic computer skills, including familiarity with classroom technology and educational software
- Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team
- Able to work in a collaborative environment
- Ability to understand and respond to student(s) behavior
- Dependable
- Patience, flexibility and ability to adapt to various classroom/student needs
Physical Demands: - Able to sit, stand and move around for extended periods of time
- Ability to assist students with physical needs
- Some positions may require assisting students with physical disabilities or mobility issues
Qualifications: - Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus EITHER:
- (A) One (1) year of full time or its part time equivalent paid or volunteer equivalent experience working in a clerical capacity; OR,
- (B) One (1) year of full time or its part time equivalent paid or volunteer equivalent experience working with children; OR
- (C) Possession of a certificate of completion for a course for Child Care through an occupational school, The American Red Cross, or similar agency; OR
- (D) A combination of experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B), and (C) above.
NOTE: Successful completion of one (1) year of college education beyond high school (minimum of 30 semester college credit hours) may be substituted for the one (1) year of experience
The Fairport Central School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The District is committed to achieving a more diverse workforce. Candidates of diverse backgrounds and experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
