Teacher Aide

Job Details

Location:

Albany-Academy Main-PCFC - Albany, NY 12208

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: High School/GED

Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage:
None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category:
Education Teacher Aide

Retention Bonus: $1,500 (paid in 2 parts, 1/2 at 90 days and 1/2 at a year; full time only qualifies)

Available shifts:
Monday to Friday between 8:00am and 4:00pm; no weekends.

• Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to our school and students.
• Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom; record behavior data as requested; assist with crisis prevention; assist with de‑escalation techniques with students.
• Help implement behavior plans (BIP); record behavior data; and complete incident reports when requested.
• Monitor, supervise and assist students during non‑instructional periods within a variety of school environments (e.g., lunch, recess, bus loading/unloading, playground, classroom, washroom, field trips, transportation, assemblies) to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.
• Help implement classroom PBIS universal components and Tier 2 and Tier 3 strategies for selected students.
• Attend meetings, training, professional learning sessions (e.g., first aid, TCI, CPR, emergency procedures, behavior management) to enhance professional skills and competencies.
• Perform clerical duties; maintain records of student progress; develop and file incident reports; maintain student files; check daily attendance; make copies; develop classroom displays and instructional material; maintain and operate computers, smartboards and other classroom equipment.
• Collaborate with teacher and other staff to incorporate information provided by parents, doctors, nurses, therapists and others to understand the needs of and provide services for students.
• Always monitor safety and well‑being of students; monitor student attitudes and encourage positive behavior and interactions with peers.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as requested by the teacher and principal.

• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6-21.

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday Pay.
• 401(k) plan.
• Life Insurance.
• Loan repayment assistance.
• Free training/CEU opportunities.

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do meaningful work.