Classroom Aide - Amherst
Listed on 2026-01-09
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Education / Teaching
Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare, Early Childhood Education -
Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare
Classroom Aide
Pay: $19.75/hour
Location:
Amherst, NY
Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, or 8:15 AM - 3:15 PM, 35 hrs./week
Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day. The Summit Center is Western New York's leading provider of evidence‑based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you’re passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment, become a #Difference Maker and join our team.
Benefits- Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year)
- Up to 10 days of paid time off
- 14-16 paid holidays annually
- Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
- Health, dental, vision insurance/Medical opt‑out payment (up to $1,000/year)
- On‑site daycare available (certain locations)
- Employee Assistance Program:
- Free mental health counseling
- Free childcare referrals
- Access to legal services
- Grief/eldercare support
- Financial planning resources
- Assist in instruction and fulfillment of IEP mandates
- Implement established behavior plan(s)
- Assist teacher to implement and monitor individual lesson plans, data collection and charting systems
- Assist in conducting classroom activities that enhance opportunities to develop skills in areas of need
- Assist with routine classroom functions
- Maintain strict confidentiality
- Assist with home‑school communication
- Assist with all required paperwork to be completed
- Adhere to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect
- Adhere to the Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, including dress code, attendance and punctuality, and paid time off
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 6 months of childcare experience
At The Summit Center, you’ll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference.
Apply now to become a #Difference Maker!
Seniority level- Entry level
- Full‑time
- Education and Training
- Education Administration Programs
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