Education Support Staff, SAE

The Summit Center • Town of Amherst, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Education Support Staff assist in the classroom under the direction of a teacher or supervising staff member. The role supports student instruction, implements behavior plans, and performs tasks that help maintain an effective classroom environment. The ideal candidate is dependable and patient, follows directions, works well with students and staff, and completes required documentation.

The position is based in Amherst, New York, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, for 37.5 hours per week. Work outside regular business hours may be required as needed. Staff may also need to travel locally and regionally and drive to various locations using their own vehicle.

The Summit Center provides evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. The organization describes its team as committed to helping individuals achieve their highest level of independence.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Be dependable and patient, able to follow directions, work well with students and staff, and complete required documentation.
• Ability to drive to various locations using the employee’s own vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of direct clinical or educational experience with children or adults with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide IEP support and instructional assistance.
• Support lesson plans and track data.
• Provide classroom and operational support.
• Support communication between home and school.
• Implement behavioral plans and provide crisis intervention.
• Collect behavior data and complete documentation.
• Adhere to The Summit Center’s core agency values of adaptability, accountability, collaboration, integrity, optimism, and respect.
• Follow Summit Center employment policies, including those concerning dress code, attendance, punctuality, and paid time off.
• Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Fully paid school breaks, up to 8 weeks per year.
• Up to 12 days of paid time off.
• 14–16 paid holidays annually.
• Potential for annual raises and profit sharing.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Medical opt-out payment of up to $1,000 per year.
• Employee Assistance Program, including free mental health counseling, free childcare referrals, access to legal services, grief and eldercare support, and financial planning resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED