1:1 Student Aide - Preschool - Newburgh, NY

Family of Kidz•Newburgh, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Family of Kidz has brought together highly qualified teams of professionals who work diligently to help children with special needs, from birth to adulthood. Our focus is on establishing a strong understanding of each child’s needs and teaching them skills that lead to greater independence and an enhanced quality of life. Family of Kidz provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Requirements

Valid driver's license
Critical thinker with a problem-solving mind.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Exposure to the practice of maintaining a high level of confidentiality
Excellent time management/organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Passionate to work with children, adolescents, families and therapists
Sterling values, high integrity
Act with humility and grace
Empathetic & considerate of others
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Responsibilities

Assists a student with special needs by providing academic, behavioral, and personal support.
Work closely with teachers and specialists to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and ensure the student’s success in the classroom.
Provide direct support to the assigned student in academic and social activities.
Assist with classroom assignments, adapting materials as needed.
Monitor and support behavioral goals, using positive reinforcement strategies.
Help with daily living tasks, such as mobility, hygiene, and transitions.
Escort the student to different locations (bathroom, cafeteria, therapy sessions).
Communicate regularly with teachers, therapists, and parents about progress.
Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Understand and demonstrate the company core values.