Classroom Aide - East Ave Location

Mary Cariola Center•Rochester, NY

12h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the East Ave location (2617 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14610) and operates Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. This location is not on a bus line. Students at East Avenue range in age from 16 to 22 years old and work daily to develop independent and work skills as they progress towards graduation. Students participate in activities both within the school building and in the local community.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English including interpreting documents such as safety rules and policy and procedure manuals
Must be at least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

Supervise students throughout the school day while implementing assigned individualized educational and therapeutic programs both inside and outside the classroom (therapeutic pool program, specially designed physical education, etc.)
Engage in any necessary lifting, moving and/or positioning tasks for students
Facilitate improved gross motor, fine motor and range of motion skills
Promote and facilitate students’ self-care and other Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Assist students with toileting, dressing and eating as needed including modeling appropriate behavior and using therapeutic equipment and/or feeding techniques
Provide behavioral support, including implementing agency approved emergency physical interventions
Help maintain a positive, safe and healthy educational environment, addressing students; health, medical and safety needs
Interact with students in an age-appropriate manner, respecting their privacy, dignity, and confidentiality
Demonstrate initiative and effectively engage with students during transition
Handle and use student equipment safely and appropriately
Assist with maintaining and caring for the classroom, equipment, materials and activity areas
Observe and record students’ performance and behaviors, sharing relevant information with the classroom teacher
Collaborate and communicate effectively with classroom and professional team members while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
Help prepare classroom projects and materials, including setup and cleanup
Assist the students with individual and small group activities
Respectfully follow direction from Teachers, Teacher Assistants, clinicians, supervisors, or designees
Interact politely and professionally with parents, caregivers, and other visitors
All other duties as assigned