Classroom Aide

Mary Cariola Center•Rochester, NY

About The Position

The Classroom Aide supports students throughout the school day by helping implement individualized educational and therapeutic programs in and outside the classroom. The role assists students with mobility, positioning, motor skills, self-care, activities of daily living, behavior, and health and safety needs. The aide works collaboratively with teachers and other professional team members, maintains classroom materials and equipment, and communicates with families and visitors in a professional manner while protecting student privacy and confidentiality. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The salary range is $17.86 to $22 per hour, with pay within the range based on experience and education. Mary Cariola Center describes its commitment to Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion as an effort to cultivate belonging, respect differences, and integrate these values into all aspects of its work. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants without regard to the listed protected characteristics and statuses.

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 and implement assigned individualized educational and therapeutic programs inside and outside the classroom.
Perform necessary lifting, moving, and positioning tasks for students.
Facilitate development of gross motor, fine motor, and range-of-motion skills.
Promote and facilitate students’ self-care and activities of daily living.
Assist students with toileting, dressing, and eating as needed, including modeling appropriate behavior and using therapeutic equipment or feeding techniques.
Provide behavioral support, including implementing agency-approved emergency physical interventions.
Help maintain a positive, safe, and healthy educational environment and address students’ health, medical, and safety needs.
Interact with students in an age-appropriate manner while respecting their privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
Demonstrate initiative and engage effectively with students during transitions.
Handle and use student equipment safely and appropriately.
Help maintain and care for the classroom, equipment, materials, and activity areas.
Observe and record students’ performance and behaviors and share 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 students with individual and small-group activities.
Follow directions respectfully from teachers, teacher assistants, clinicians, supervisors, or their designees.
Interact politely and professionally with parents, caregivers, and other visitors.
Perform other duties as assigned.