Teacher's Aide / Paraprofessional I (FT PT and Subs)

CP Rochester, Happiness House and Rochester Rehabi • Rochester, NY

6d • $16 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Act as an active team member in providing for the well-being, education and supervision of children in the classroom. Don't let qualifications hold you back - research shows that many candidates underestimate their abilities. We provide extensive training for 90% of the required technical skills. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Take the leap and apply today!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent OR 1 year of experience working with children.
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Nice To Haves

• Experience with young children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Imparts agency philosophy of 'Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential' to children, families, program staff and community resources.
• Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.
• Performs both instructional and non-instructional duties under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assists the classroom teacher in all children's activities throughout the day.
• Supervises children at all times, including during busing and transitional activities.
• Assists in physical care tasks and health related activities as appropriate.
• Assists children with behavioral/management needs.
• Functions as a positive, contributing member of the classroom team.
• Attends appropriate meetings as determined by the classroom teacher and Program Director.
• Demonstrates consistent, nurturing manner toward all children.
• Maintains classroom cleanliness and the orderly appearance of classroom equipment, supplies and displays of children's work.
• Assists in the preparation of children's snacks.
• Shares all relevant information related to classroom children obtained from various sources with the classroom teacher.
• Performs classroom duties as assigned by the classroom teacher.
• Actively participates in bus arrival and dismissal.
• Adheres to Agency's policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.
• Participates in conferences, workshops, and in-service training to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.
• Performs other duties at the discretion of the Program Director or his/her designee

Benefits

• Affordable Medical (full-time only) / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off starting at 5 Days
• Paid Sick Time
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Matching 403B and/or ROTH Retirement Plan
• Additional Insurance Offerings - Specified Disease Insurance w/ Cancer Rider, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
• Employer Paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Employer paid Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement plus a 25% Tuition Discount for benefit-eligible Employees and Family Members at Roberts Wesleyan College

What This Job Offers

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