Special Education Classroom Aide

TES Staffing • Henrietta, NY

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Join the school teams in Rush-Henrietta as a Special Education Classroom Aide. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to gain experience in education while supporting students with special needs in a supportive classroom environment. The role is for the 2026–2027 school year and pays $16.00–$18.00 per hour.

The aide provides instructional and individualized support under the guidance of a certified teacher, helps reinforce appropriate social interactions and behaviors, and assists with students’ health-related needs, mobility, and daily activities. The role may support academic subjects, arts, music, special subjects, and life skills. Daytime hours are offered, with no nights or weekends; Monday through Friday availability is preferred, and daily substitute work is available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Pass a background check through NYSED.
• Ability to walk, stand, lift up to 25 pounds, and keep up with active students.
• Empathy and commitment to the growth and development of students with special needs.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Dependability and commitment to providing a stable, consistent environment.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of related childcare experience is preferred.
• Monday through Friday availability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct instruction to individual students or small groups under the guidance of a certified teacher, in support of the instructional plan.
• Share observations and insights about students with teachers to help develop tailored learning and behavioral experiences.
• Provide personalized support to students with special needs, adapting methods and materials to individual learning styles and abilities and fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
• Help teachers reinforce appropriate social interactions and behaviors.
• Assist with instructional programs in academic subjects, arts, music, special subjects, and life skills.
• Support students with specific health-related activities as needed.
• Accompany students during bus duty, arrival, and dismissal.
• Help students with mobility and daily activities.

Benefits

• Daytime hours with no nights or weekends.
• Opportunity to gain experience in a special education classroom and pursue career advancement.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students’ educational journeys.

What This Job Offers

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