Special Education Preschool Aide

Racker•Ithaca, NY

2d•$18

About The Position

Do you enjoy working with preschool children with special needs and making a positive impact on their lives? Become a Special Education Aide at Racker! In this role, you’ll support the development and well-being of children in a dynamic, inclusive educational setting. Join our team in this full time position and help create an environment where every child can thrive. At Racker we support infants/toddlers, aged 6 weeks to 3 years and Preschool age children aged 3 to 5 years. We have available positions in both Preschool and Infant/Toddler classrooms. Position Details: Full-time: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday , 12 Month Calendar Rate of pay: $17.75 per hour . Racker offers benefits including tuition assistance, health insurance, and a 20% discount on childcare services for children and grandchildren of full-time staff. Start your rewarding career—apply today!

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
Must be at least 18 years old on date of hire.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational abilities, and collaboration skills.
Ability to physically assist children to participate in the program; ability to lift up to forty (40) pounds; ability to engage in repetitive movements such as sitting/kneeling on floor, bending and stooping; ability to move quickly to attend to a running child.

Nice To Haves

One year of special education or early childhood-related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Support individual children and the overall classroom needs under the guidance of the classroom teacher.
Contribute to implementing IEPs to support children’s instructional and social-emotional growth in large group, one-on-one and small group settings, embedding learning across the day.
Assist children with daily tasks such as toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting, and positioning.
Implement individualized strategies consistently as directed by teacher.
Maintain accurate records and complete program-related documentation.
Participat e respectfully in a multidisciplinary team , including daily debriefs and weekly team meetings.
Adhere to professional standards of behavior and dress while contributing to a positive work culture.
Attend required training and uphold program regulations.
Accept feedback, show initiative, and contribute to the development of the educational setting.
Bring your creativity, energy, and love of children!