Teacher aide jobs in Tonawanda, NY

About us The Children's League (TCL) serves children in a center-based program, while also providing therapeutic and special education services for children in their homes or in other community-based settings.The children we servehave a variety of conditions, including speech or language impairment, autism, intellectual disabilities, orthopedic impairment (cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and spinal muscular atrophy), multiple disabilities, other health impairment such as emotional disturbance, learning disability, traumatic brain injury, and visual impairment. We are an organization that was built by families who had children with special needs. Many of our current staff have special family members of their own and we pride ourselves on our focus on families and sensitivity to the unique challenges young families face when they learn that their child has a special need. We are compelled and obligated to provide a learning environment that stimulates the child's interest in learning and maximizes educational gains. Duties: - Plans and implements Individualized Educational Programs. Prepares daily lesson plans with emphasis on individualized instruction and IEP goals. Plans individual and group activities for 3-5 year old children to stimulate growth in language, social and motor skills. Develops and uses instructional materials suitable for verbal or visual instruction of students with a wide range of mental, physical and emotional needs. Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of students' work. - Collaborate with other educators, parents, and support staff to create a positive learning environment. - Assess student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly. - Monitor and document student behavior and progress. - Knowledge and experience applying the Verbal Behavior approach to learning. - Attend meetings and professional development sessions to stay updated on best practices in special education. Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field - Valid teaching certification in Special Education (Birth - Grade 2) or Permanent Special Education Certification - Experience working with children with special needs, preferably in a school setting - Familiarity with behavioral therapy techniques and strategies - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of professionals - Patience, empathy, and a passion for working with students with special needs Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $46,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: Teaching: 2 years (Preferred) License/Certification: Teaching Certification (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Springville, NY 14141 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Springville, NY 14141: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person

Job DescriptionSummary: The Stanley G. Falk School is one of the largest and most successful Special Education Day Schools in all of New York State. The secret to our success…our outstanding staff! Join our team. As the Teacher's Aide you will provide support to the teacher by assisting students in comprehending daily lessons, and provide direct support services to the Falk students and school. Our smaller learning environment allows staff to create meaningful relationships with students. The Falk School fosters a supportive culture to empower teacher aides to learn, train and grow from within our own team. As the Teacher Aide, your day will include: -Assisting the classroom teacher by performing instructional and non-instructional duties to support students with an Emotional Disability -Assisting with general supervision of students in a multitude of settings including, but not limited to classrooms, hallways, lunchroom, etc. -Assisting in fostering a positive learning environment that is conducive to the student's intellectual, social, and emotional development; considers the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for the student and mitigating factors -Utilizing appropriate techniques of behavior management and crisis interventions and perform physical intervention techniques (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention) when necessary. -Serving as a role model for students, represent pro-social behaviors and emotional competence in the school setting -Carrying out any other classroom related activities directed by the teacher, principal, or designee. Qualifications for the role: -High school diploma, GED or equivalency is required -Three to Six months of related experience is preferred -Strong written and oral communication skills -Operate a computer to perform work, maintain records and prepare reports -Valid driver license is preferred Competitive Salary of $21.11 per hour Shift: Monday through Friday 7:35 AM - 2:35 PM Some of the many benefits of working for the Stanley G Falk School: -Paid holidays & school breaks -Sick & Personal Time -Health, dental and vision Insurance, with plan options -Employer paid life insurance -Health savings account with agency contributions quarterly -Supplemental insurance: short-term disability, long-term disability -Paid professional development -Employee referral program -403b with 4% contribution -Work with an outstanding, supportive team! -Mentor Program -Annual wage increases, with average increases ranging from 2-9% -Federal Student Loan Forgiveness -Small class sizes (6 students with 1 teacher and 1 teacher aide) Stanley G Falk is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Stanley G Falk provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or familial status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stanley G Falk complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Support Staff/Teacher Aide Additional Information: Show/Hide Hours Per Day: 6.75 (7:00 - 2:15) and 7.00 (7:15 - 2:45) Work Year: 10 Months (Off during school breaks.) Minimum Pay Rate: $16.00/hour Classification: Non-Competitive * Candidates hired for a permanent Teacher Aide position are eligible to receive a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus. Contact the Human Resources Department at ************** for more information. * Sign-on payments will be made after the candidate has worked in the position they were hired for, based on the below schedule: * $400 paid after 60 days of work. * $300 paid after 120 days of work. * $300 paid after 180 days of work. Primary Responsibility: The Teacher Aide plays a crucial role in supporting the overall educational experience for students in the school setting. This position involves working closely with classroom teachers to provide assistance in various aspects of daily classroom activities, creating a positive and effective learning environment. Responsibilities: * Classroom Support: * Assists the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and activities. * Provides individualized attention and support to students during class time. * Reinforces learning concepts through one-on-one or small group sessions. * Inclusive Education: * Supports the integration of students with diverse learning needs into the regular classroom setting. * Collaborates with special education staff to implement Individualized Education Program (IEP) accommodations. This may include toileting, lifting (possible Hoyer), and/or assistance with changing/dressing, and feeding. * Student Supervision: * Monitors and manages student behavior in the classroom and during transitions. * Assists with the implementation of classroom management strategies. * Supports the maintenance of a safe and inclusive learning environment. * Material Preparation: * Assists in the preparation of instructional materials, including worksheets, visual aids, and other resources. * Organizes and maintain teaching materials, ensuring easy accessibility for teachers and students. * Assessment Support: * Assists in administering and grading assessments under the guidance of the teacher. * Provides feedback to students to reinforce positive learning behaviors. * Communication: * Maintains open and effective communication with the lead teacher, school staff, and parents. * Shares observations and insights regarding student progress with the teacher. * Classroom Environment: * Assists in maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment. * Contributes to the creation of a positive and engaging atmosphere for students. * Other: * Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. * The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Key Functions: * Assists individual students or small groups with review and support of academic assignments after initial teacher instruction. * Assists students with projects, research, computer use, etc. * Corrects papers as assigned by the classroom teacher. * Performs routine clerical duties such as copying or duplicating, filing and compiling attendance sheets, and word processing, as needed. * Assists teachers with proctoring examinations as assigned. This may include assisting students with 504 or IEP test modifications. NOTE: Formal input for the end of year evaluation will come from classroom teachers who the aide works with, but the final evaluation document will be written by, and the conference held with, the building administrator. Qualifications: * Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER: * One (1) year of full-time or its part-time paid or volunteer equivalent experience working in a clerical capacity; OR, * One (1) year of full-time or its part-time paid or volunteer equivalent experience working with children; OR, * Possession of a certificate of completion of a course of Child Care through an occupational school, The American Red Cross or similar agency; OR, * A combination of experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B), and (C) above. NOTE: Successful completion of one (1) year of college education beyond high school (minimum of 30 semester college credit hours) may be substituted for the one (1) year of experience. * Experience working with students who have academic, social/emotional, and/or management needs preferred. * The ability to work independently and manage time effectively. * The ability to work collaboratively with peers and colleagues. * The ability to carry out oral and written instructions. * Displays a positive attitude and builds healthy relationships with students, staff and families. FLSA: Non-Exempt

30 hours per week Initial hours of assignment: 8:00am - 2:30pm (Includes ½ hr. unpaid lunch) 10 months per school year Teacher Aides may be required to provide personal care to students including toileting. Lifting may be involved. Aides may be working in life skills classrooms, job coaching or with special needs students. Duties/Responsibilities: Work collaboratively with classroom teachers Flexibility to work with students and adults in different classrooms Takes initiative Helps teacher prepare and set up Reinforce lessons and provide students assistance Enforce classroom rules Enforce school rules outside the classroom, which may include bus duty and cafeteria duty Help to meet the needs of all students Work in several classrooms throughout the day Other responsibilities as directed by the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee. Requirements: Warm, caring attitude and approach Growth mindset Strong communicator Patient Understanding Dependable Love of learning Efficient Sound judgement Ability to record keep Organized Multi-tasker Able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers Can easily follow directions and be independent when teacher is teaching the class Desire to work with student Skillset to work with children and problem solve Strong organizational skills Willing to work with small groups of students as well as individual students Must have at least one year experience working with school aged children Non-competetive Civil Service job description: Distinguishing Features of the Class: The work involves relieving school teaches in a large suburban school district of that part of their duties which, while related to the teaching process, can be performed by noncertified personnel. The work requires the incumbent to have some knowledge of the specific area of instruction performed by the teacher, to which the teacher aide is assigned. The incumbent is expected to exercise good judgment and to have considerable ability in getting along with children. Does related work as required. Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma; OR Four (4) years of experience and knowledge in a particular field where specialized duties are involved; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B). NOTE: This position is not designed to replace clerical positions such as Typist, Stenographer or Clerk. Also, it is not designed to assist a Teacher in the teaching process; this is reserved for Teaching Assistants. See Section 80.33 Rules of the Board of Regents and Regulations of the Commissioner of Education. NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements. Special Requirements: Ability to establish good relationships with students, teachers and others; ability to gain and hold the confidence of and to maintain a patient and understanding attitude towards school children; ability to maintain order in classrooms and to enforce school regulations with firmness; familiarity with classroom routine; good background or knowledge in specific field where specialized duties are involved; resourcefulness in conducting activities indirectly related to teaching process; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; dependability; neat personal appearance; tact; courtesy; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Reports to: All work is performed under the direct supervision of the teacher or school principal. Typical Work Activities: Is familiar with and contributes to the successful implementation of the District's Mission and Belief statements; Oversees students in completing assigned projects; Assists the teacher in recording grades and marks; Proctors and otherwise helps to conduct examinations; Assists the teacher in correcting test papers, themes and essays; Manages records, materials and equipment; Supervises students doing remedial work directed by teacher; Assists in preparing bulletin boards, teacher aids and organization of necessary materials; Assists in operating audio-visual equipment when required; Arranges for films and projectors, as well as ordering other related equipment and supplies; Reads in a foreign language from prepared scripts for tape recording purposes; Assists in overseeing technical operations or language laboratory equipment; Helps to set up science laboratory equipment, conduct experiments and performs limited review of student laboratory reports; Helps in the technical preparation and production of television programs; Reads to and plays records for children in primary grades; Provides piano, violin or other musical accompaniment; Assists teachers in the supervision of students and performs other support services which are determined and supervised by teachers. Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as directed by the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee. Starting pay rate for Aides: $18.90/hour Hourly stipends apply as follows: Split aide (assigned to both general education & PPS aide duties); UPK aide; Literacy aide; Primary Project aide; Health aide; Attendance aide - $0.50/hour PPS aide; job coach aide - $1.50/hour (Although you are strongly encouraged to complete an online application when applying to a job posting, paper applications are available for certain non-instructional applicants who do not have access to a computer. A paper application can be downloaded from the ************************ website or picked up at the reception desk in the District Office.)

Job Title: Teacher Aide/One on One Aide Department: HGLCS The Teacher Aide/One on One Aide supports students throughout the school day by assisting with classwork, keeping them on task, and offering guidance during times of frustration. Working as part of the classroom team, the Teacher Aide/One on One Aide helps ensure students progress toward the goals and objectives outlined in their Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Service Plan. Department New Directions Youth & Family Services' HGLCS program provides individualized education and support to students with diverse needs, helping them achieve growth in both academic and personal development. Agency New Directions Youth & Family Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Benefits New Directions offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees: Paid school breaks during the school year, plus additional paid time off Medical, dental, and life insurance 401k with up to 3% agency match Great schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:45 AM - 2:45 PM $16.28 - $17.50 per hour in the first year, with guaranteed raises Opportunities for professional development and advancement Join a company where over 30% of staff have been with us for 10+ years Compensation $16.28 - $17.50 per hour in the first year, with guaranteed raises. Hours/Schedule Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 7:45 AM - 2:45 PM. Professional Development Opportunities Teacher Aides receive ongoing professional development through in-service trainings, supervision, and opportunities to strengthen expertise in the field. Staff maintain certifications including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and First Aid/CPR, provided by the agency. Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities Support the classroom Teacher in directing student behavior and activities to accomplish goals Create a learning climate that fosters intellectual, social, and emotional development Assist students with classwork and special instructional projects Provide information that supports the development of appropriate learning experiences Assist in developing classroom materials and resources Supervise students during transitions, in hallways, and in lunchrooms as needed Operate classroom support equipment (reproduction and clerical devices) Maintain records of student progress as directed Attend Service Plan Reviews when requested by the Teacher Support the campus-wide PBIS program Attend team meetings, mandatory in-service trainings, and supervision sessions Maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and First Aid/CPR certification provided by the agency Perform other duties as assigned by the Teacher or Principal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work effectively with youth, families, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team Ability to adapt to change, remain flexible, and respond effectively to student needs Ability to manage challenging student behaviors, including working with emotionally disturbed or learning-disabled students Proficient in communication across multiple mediums (logbooks, email, telephone) Ability to maintain accurate records and follow instructions from supervisory staff Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent (required) Teacher Assistant Certification (preferred) Experience working with emotionally disturbed and/or learning-disabled students (preferred, but not required) Valid driver's license, adequate auto insurance, and compliance with agency driving policy Ability to pass an annual physical per agency health policy (Category 3 classification) Compliance with agency safety standards and healthy work environment practices Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable human service organization to apply.

Overview: An Assistant Teacher (AT) in a LE3 Academy room supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. The AT must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the AT observes and documents children's interests and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. AT's are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director. Qualifications: the lead teacher must have the following education, experience, and certification requirements: High School Diploma or GED, and significant college credit in early childhood education or related field of study. CDA or 6 hours of ECE credit is preferred. Minimum of 1-2 years of professional childcare experience. Ability to work well with others. Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills. An understanding of child development. Must clear a full background check and must pass a health screening. Job Responsibilities: In addition to the following duties and responsibilities, all lead teachers are expected to perform other reasonable duties or tasks as assigned by the director. Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children. Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials. Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports. Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling. Help ensure a smooth, daily transition from home to the Academy. Follow all center policies and state regulations. Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement. Interpersonal Expectations: Actively and clearly communicate with team members Avoid gossiping and oversharing with team members Conduct appropriate conversations in front of/ with children Communicate professionally and constructively with leaders and administration Have accountability for your own actions Demonstrate a high level of dependability in all aspects of the job Core Competency: Demonstrates and maintains job-related knowledge Continues to grow and seek out new skills to perform the job effectively Can stay on task and efficiently manage time while directing a group of children Shows kindness and professionalism to all guardians, coworkers, and adult personnel in the building Shows willingness to float between all different age groups and learn about all children in the program Responds to change positively and direction Consistently provide direct, competent supervision of the children LE3 Core Values: above all else, AT's are expected to uphold all LE3 core Values while working on site Learn & Play: actively engages in play-based learning with children and encourages positive attitudes such as imagination & curiosity Empower & Celebrate: empowers students to be independent and confident while celebrating individuality, encourages authenticity, and promotes personal well-being Engage & Model: creates an engaging and safe environment for students to learn & play while modeling positive behaviors and interactions for staff and students alike Excellence & Quality: ensures high levels of communication with staff, administration, families & children while maintaining professional & positive behaviors at work Training Expectations: There is mandatory training that must be completed at hiring and on an annual basis in order to maintain a position with LE3. All training completed outside of working hours will be paid for by LE3 (time and cost of course). Create and maintain an accurate and up-to-date profile in The Aspire Registry. Connect your ECEPT training account to your Aspire profile. The Aspire Registry is an online platform that serves as a comprehensive database of early childhood professionals. It documents your education, training, and experience. Hours: Assistant Teachers can fluctuate between part and full-time based on their work availability and LE3's needs during the academic year and/or summer program. Shift: Monday-Friday, flexible hours between 7:00 am-6:00 pm A minimum of two days per week required Working Conditions: Most buildings cover the following working conditions: Exposures encountered: many LE3 programs have varying noise levels depending on the day, time of year, and activity. Outside of noise level, most sense exposures are common. There are times in which lessons/crafts require extra hands and supervision due to being messy Essential physical requirements are not limited to but include walking, running, climbing stairs and playground structures, squatting/sitting on the floor, and standing for a minimum of five hours. Regularly uses fingers to feel, type, and assist using fine motor skills to tie shoes, zip coats, etc. Regularly required to communicate verbally and in writing, required to switch communication styles based on audience. Physical effort/lifting/carrying: up to 20 pounds

Buffalo Hearing & Speech has openings for classroom aides in preschool special education classrooms at our Sweet Home location. Our classroom aides work during the school year and also work a 6 week summer program in July & August. Enjoy paid school breaks, snow days, and the opportunity to positively impact a child's life! Job Summary: The Classroom Aide is responsible for assisting with the management of the children and classroom environment. Duties will include but are not limited to organizing and implementing developmentally appropriate lessons and activities under the direction of the classroom teacher, reinforcing educational goals, attending to the individual needs of the children, and following busing and breakfast/lunch program procedures. Skills: * Drive and Energy * Sensitivity * Ability to obtain and maintain CPI Certification * Good Judgement * Computer Skills * Ability to work well with children and understand their needs * Ability to work well with others, including staff and families Education: Minimum Degree Required: High school diploma/ GED Experience: Minimum Experience Required: Experience working with children, or in a classroom setting and/or working with children/adults with developmental delays/disabilities Required License/ Registration/ Certification: Incumbent will need to obtain and maintain CPI Certification Physical Requirements : ☒Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; lifting, bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, sprinting, crawling, and running. ☒Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. ☒Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

The Behavior Technician works to facilitate educational andbehavioral services with children and adults with special needs andcollaborates with school professionals and other behavioral specialists toachieve learning and behavioral goals and objectives. + $22/hr. Minimum Requirements: + High School diploma or equivalent required + Two (2) years of pediatric experience preferred + Current CPR if applicable + TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Monday-Friday 7:30am -2:30pm. $16.50 per hour-$16.50 per hour Paid training! DIVISION: Academic Services CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt JOB GRADE: 2 Assist teacher and teacher's assistant with providing comprehensive educational and functional training for students. Maintains order and cleanliness in the learning environment. Assist with feedings, field trips, arrival and departure, behavior support and other activities. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP Reports to the Principal ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Assist individual students and small groups of students as directed by the teacher and/or teacher assistant. Use proactive behavior management techniques to prevent the escalation of challenging or inappropriate behavior. Utilize only preapproved behavior management techniques. Adhere to individual behavior intervention plans and classroom behavior plan. Track behaviors in accordance with Beyond Support Network protocol. Support a mutually respectful, safe and supportive learning environment that is inclusive of every student. Demonstrate knowledge of and is responsive to the social, cultural, linguistic, family and community factors that influence students in the classroom. Maintains clear expectations for the students. Provide the necessary supports to foster independence. Provide appropriate supervision to students at all times throughout the school day. Provide appropriate supervision to students during recreational periods, arrival and departure, field trips, nurses' office, cafeteria, to/from the bus and other out-of-class activities by proximity and redirection. Additionally, provides supervision as requested during therapies. Promptly report to classroom at start and end of day. Provide clear and succinct direction to students. Maintain a clean and orderly work environment. Provide appropriate physical care of assigned students to maintain their cleanliness, safety and comfort. This would include tasks such as direct assistance with washing, dressing and toileting. Adhere to the break and lunch times established by the teacher. Effectively tracks student progress on one or more learning goals using a formative approach to assessment as directed by the teacher. Any communications to a parent should go through the teacher or person acting in that capacity (teacher assistant or substitute teacher) or referred to the Principal or Assistant Principal. Foster students' independence ensuring that students achieve the greatest level of independence possible and appropriate for that particular student. Ensure that verbal and written communications including tone, demeanor, and content with students, staff, and parents are at all times professional, appropriate and respectful. Model and demonstrate expected student behavior. Follow all directives given by the teacher and perform all duties and responsibilities where and as needed. In the teacher's absence the teacher substitute or teacher assistant is in charge of the classroom. Use available technology including whiteboards, computers and augmentative devices. Visits to other classrooms are not permitted unless assigned to do so. Supply teacher with information pertinent to a student's evaluation to accurately determine the functional level of the student. Consistently comply with all agency policies and procedures. Perform other tasks as directed by the teacher or the Principal. Perform other duties as requested by the Principal, Assistant Principal or Director of Education. SKILLS & ABILITIES Proficient level of written and oral communication. Proficient level of interpersonal skills. Proficient level of behavior management skills. Proficient level of knowledge of educational principles, especially those that apply to students with disabilities. EDUCATION & TRAINING Preferred : Prior experience preferred Minimum : High school or GED diploma BENEFITS Paid holidays Paid recess (after 90 days of employment) Paid time off (PTO) Health, dental and vision Insurance Agency paid life insurance and long-term disability Supplemental insurance: short-term disability, life insurance, cancer care insurance, pet insurance Employee Referral Program 401k w/Agency match & more BEYOND SUPPORT NETWORK It's more than a job… It's… • Supporting others • A life/work balance • Developing YOU • Feeling Appreciated • Variety of Opportunities

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Works cooperatively with/at direction of classroom Lead Teacher to promote each child's total development Interacts with parents and supports their role as their children's primary teachers Maintains accurate records and prepares reports at direction of Lead Teacher ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for planning and carrying out preschool classes with Head Start curriculum Works cooperatively with and gives direction to Teacher and Teacher Assistant, facilitates constructive adult-child interaction, and is responsible for classroom environment, planning, documentation, and compliance with Federal and State regulations. Promotes and regularly assesses each child's total development (cognitive, social/emotional, physical) and school readiness Interacts with and engages parents, supports their role as their children's primary teachers Pay Range: $16.50-$17.00

Healthy Kids Programs is hiring staff for our Before and After School Pre-K Wrap Program for the 2025-2026 school year. JOB STATUS: Part-time, Non-Exempt POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Childcare Program Staff PAY: $15.50 per hour HOURS: 8:30 am - 12:50 pm and 11:30 am - 2:15 pm The Before and After-School Program team is responsible for: Facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework assistance. Providing a safe, healthy, clean, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program. Reporting to the program ready to work at designated times and be prepared to stay until the last child leaves the program. Communicating daily with parents and family members via the Playground App. Observing and following state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies. Certain positions may also perform management functions such as accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing. Requirements MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent. Preferably 1 year of experience working with kids under 13. Medically cleared of any communicable diseases including TB. Must be warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills, professional, reliable, and prompt. Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and do whatever it takes to keep up with the children. PART-TIME BENEFITS: Employer Paid Childcare - Available for school-age children (ages 5-13) enrolled in our program, on the days you work. Telehealth Benefits Vision Insurance Dental Insurance AFLAC Supplemental Plans 401(k) for eligible employees Paid Sick Time Off On-Demand Pay Career Development Growth Opportunities WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 100 locations and growing. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today's families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Our programs empower working families, create a safe and nurturing environment for childhood development, and ensure that every child has the foundation they need for a bright future. Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it's like to work with us at *********************************************** Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com Salary Description $15.50 per hour

Buffalo Hearing & Speech has openings for classroom aides in preschool and school-age (K-2) special education classrooms at our North Street, Sweet Home, and Cheektowaga sites. Our classroom aides work during the school year and also work a 6 week summer program in July & August. Enjoy paid school breaks, snow days, and the opportunity to positively impact a child's life! Job Summary: The Classroom Aide is responsible for assisting with the management of the children and classroom environment. Duties will include but are not limited to organizing and implementing developmentally appropriate lessons and activities under the direction of the classroom teacher, reinforcing educational goals, attending to the individual needs of the children, and following busing and breakfast/lunch program procedures. Skills: * Drive and Energy * Sensitivity * Ability to obtain and maintain CPI Certification * Good Judgement * Computer Skills * Ability to work well with children and understand their needs * Ability to work well with others, including staff and families Education: Minimum Degree Required: High school diploma/ GED Experience: Minimum Experience Required: Experience working with children, or in a classroom setting and/or working with children/adults with developmental delays/disabilities Required License/ Registration/ Certification: Incumbent will need to obtain and maintain CPI Certification Physical Requirements : ☒Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; lifting, bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, sprinting, crawling, and running. ☒Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. ☒Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

Job DescriptionSalary: 15.50-16.50 Overview: An Assistant Teacher (AT) in a LE3 Academy room supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. The AT must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the AT observes and documents childrens interests and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. AT's are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on childrens interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director. Qualifications: the lead teacher must have the following education, experience, and certification requirements: High School Diploma or GED, and significant college credit in early childhood education or related field of study. CDA or 6 hours of ECE credit is preferred. Minimum of 1-2 years of professional childcare experience. Ability to work well with others. Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills. An understanding of child development. Must clear a full background check and must pass a health screening. Job Responsibilities: In addition to the following duties and responsibilities, all lead teachers are expected to perform other reasonable duties or tasks as assigned by the director. Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children. Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials. Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports. Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling. Help ensure a smooth, daily transition from home to the Academy. Follow all center policies and state regulations. Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement. Interpersonal Expectations: Actively and clearly communicate with team members Avoid gossiping and oversharing with team members Conduct appropriate conversations in front of/ with children Communicate professionally and constructively with leaders and administration Have accountability for your own actions Demonstrate a high level of dependability in all aspects of the job Core Competency: Demonstrates and maintains job-related knowledge Continues to grow and seek out new skills to perform the job effectively Can stay on task and efficiently manage time while directing a group of children Shows kindness and professionalism to all guardians, coworkers, and adult personnel in the building Shows willingness to float between all different age groups and learn about all children in the program Responds to change positively and direction Consistently provide direct, competent supervision of the children LE3 Core Values: above all else, AT's are expected to uphold all LE3 core Values while working on site Learn & Play: actively engages in play-based learning with children and encourages positive attitudes such as imagination & curiosity Empower & Celebrate: empowers students to be independent and confident while celebrating individuality, encourages authenticity, and promotes personal well-being Engage & Model: creates an engaging and safe environment for students to learn & play while modeling positive behaviors and interactions for staff and students alike Excellence & Quality: ensures high levels of communication with staff, administration, families & children while maintaining professional & positive behaviors at work Training Expectations: There is mandatory training that must be completed at hiring and on an annual basis in order to maintain a position with LE3. All training completed outside of working hours will be paid for by LE3 (time and cost of course). Create and maintain an accurate and up-to-date profile in The Aspire Registry. Connect your ECEPT training account to your Aspire profile. The Aspire Registry is an online platform that serves as a comprehensive database of early childhood professionals. It documents your education, training, and experience. Hours: Assistant Teachers can fluctuate between part and full-time based on their work availability and LE3's needs during the academic year and/or summer program. Shift: Monday-Friday, flexible hours between 7:00 am-6:00 pm A minimum of two days per week required Working Conditions: Most buildings cover the following working conditions: Exposures encountered: many LE3 programs have varying noise levels depending on the day, time of year, and activity. Outside of noise level, most sense exposures are common. There are times in which lessons/crafts require extra hands and supervision due to being messy Essential physical requirements are not limited to but include walking, running, climbing stairs and playground structures, squatting/sitting on the floor, and standing for a minimum of five hours. Regularly uses fingers to feel, type, and assist using fine motor skills to tie shoes, zip coats, etc. Regularly required to communicate verbally and in writing, required to switch communication styles based on audience. Physical effort/lifting/carrying: up to 20 pounds

Support Staff/School Aide/Hall Monitor Additional Information: Show/Hide Hours Per Day: 8.00 (6:45 - 3:15) Work Year: 10 Months Per Year -- Off during school breaks. Minimum Pay Rate: $17.00/Hour Classification: Labor Essential Functions: * Screens visitors to the building and prevents admittance by unauthorized persons. * Patrols the exterior of the building and the student and teacher parking lots. * Patrols interior of the building and checks student passes, appropriate bathrooms and locker-rooms for inappropriate activities, and specific doors to be sure they are locked as required. * Escorts students as requested. * Responds to emergency situations that occur in the building. * Attends required training as designated by the Director of Security. * Communicates effectively with appropriate administrators, staff members, and students. * Enforces the District Code of Conduct. * Supervises students for brief periods in study centers, study halls, etc. as needed. * Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Security or his/her designee. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Should possess an even temperament, good manners, and good judgment. * Should be able to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. * Must adhere to the dress code standard for the position. * Dependability, honesty, ability to interact and work well with others required. * Ability to maintain discretion when dealing with confidential matters a must. Certification/License: Current registration as a Security Guard with the New York State Department of State at the time of appointment required. If not currently registered as a Security Guard, registration must be achieved within 90 days of appointment. Experience: Experience preferred working in an educational setting, dealing with children of school age or other experience that would indicate an ability to do the job. Security experience preferred. Successful candidates should possess an even temperament, good manners, and good judgment. Should be able to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must adhere to the dress code standard for the position. Dependability, honesty, ability to interact and work well with other required. Ability to maintain discretion when dealing with confidential matters a must. Qualifications: * The ability to work independently and manage time effectively. * The ability to work collaboratively with peers and colleagues. * The ability to carry out oral and written instructions. * Displays a positive attitude and builds healthy relationships with students, staff and families. Application Procedure: Interested persons must express their interest and apply on-line at: *********************************************** by the expiration of this posting. Selection Procedure: Consideration of a candidate's application requires completion of an application. Please also upload any other appropriate documentation (including but not limited to a cover letter or resume). FLSA: Non-Exempt

Part-time Description Healthy Kids Programs is hiring staff for our Before and After School Program for the 2025-2026 school year. JOB STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Childcare Program Staff PAY: $15.50 per hour HOURS: 7:00 - 9:00 am and 3:00 - 6:00 pm The Before and After-School Program team is responsible for: Facilitating hands-on activities following the Healthy Kids Curriculum which includes fitness, STEAM, academic, art, and other group activities as well as homework assistance. Providing a safe, healthy, clean, and fun environment and acting as a positive role model for children in the program. Reporting to the program ready to work at designated times and be prepared to stay until the last child leaves the program. Communicating daily with parents and family members via the Playground App. Observing and following state guidelines, Healthy Kids Extended Day Program policies, and host school policies. Certain positions may also perform management functions such as accurate attendance records, registration, and staffing. Requirements MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 18 years or older and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent. Preferably 1 year of experience working with kids under 13. Medically cleared of any communicable diseases including TB. Must be warm, friendly, and upbeat. Exceptional people skills, professional, reliable, and prompt. Physically able to bend, stretch, lift, carry (up to 50 lbs.), and do whatever it takes to keep up with the children. PART-TIME BENEFITS: Employer Paid Childcare - Available for school-age children (ages 5-13) enrolled in our program, on the days you work. Telehealth Benefits Vision Insurance Dental Insurance AFLAC Supplemental Plans 401(k) for eligible employees Paid Sick Time Off On-Demand Pay Career Development Growth Opportunities WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 100 locations and growing. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today's families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Our programs empower working families, create a safe and nurturing environment for childhood development, and ensure that every child has the foundation they need for a bright future. Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it's like to work with us at *********************************************** Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com Salary Description $15.50 per hour

Overview: An Assistant Teacher (AT) in a LE3 Academy room supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. The AT must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the AT observes and documents children's interests and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. AT's are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children's interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director. Qualifications: the lead teacher must have the following education, experience, and certification requirements: High School Diploma or GED, and significant college credit in early childhood education or related field of study. CDA or 6 hours of ECE credit is preferred. Minimum of 1-2 years of professional childcare experience. Ability to work well with others. Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills. An understanding of child development. Must clear a full background check and must pass a health screening. Job Responsibilities: In addition to the following duties and responsibilities, all lead teachers are expected to perform other reasonable duties or tasks as assigned by the director. Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children. Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials. Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports. Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling. Help ensure a smooth, daily transition from home to the Academy. Follow all center policies and state regulations. Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement. Interpersonal Expectations: Actively and clearly communicate with team members Avoid gossiping and oversharing with team members Conduct appropriate conversations in front of/ with children Communicate professionally and constructively with leaders and administration Have accountability for your own actions Demonstrate a high level of dependability in all aspects of the job Core Competency: Demonstrates and maintains job-related knowledge Continues to grow and seek out new skills to perform the job effectively Can stay on task and efficiently manage time while directing a group of children Shows kindness and professionalism to all guardians, coworkers, and adult personnel in the building Shows willingness to float between all different age groups and learn about all children in the program Responds to change positively and direction Consistently provide direct, competent supervision of the children LE3 Core Values: above all else, AT's are expected to uphold all LE3 core Values while working on site Learn & Play: actively engages in play-based learning with children and encourages positive attitudes such as imagination & curiosity Empower & Celebrate: empowers students to be independent and confident while celebrating individuality, encourages authenticity, and promotes personal well-being Engage & Model: creates an engaging and safe environment for students to learn & play while modeling positive behaviors and interactions for staff and students alike Excellence & Quality: ensures high levels of communication with staff, administration, families & children while maintaining professional & positive behaviors at work Training Expectations: There is mandatory training that must be completed at hiring and on an annual basis in order to maintain a position with LE3. All training completed outside of working hours will be paid for by LE3 (time and cost of course). Create and maintain an accurate and up-to-date profile in The Aspire Registry. Connect your ECEPT training account to your Aspire profile. The Aspire Registry is an online platform that serves as a comprehensive database of early childhood professionals. It documents your education, training, and experience. Hours: Assistant Teachers can fluctuate between part and full-time based on their work availability and LE3's needs during the academic year and/or summer program. Shift: Monday-Friday, flexible hours between 7:00 am-6:00 pm A minimum of two days per week required Working Conditions: Most buildings cover the following working conditions: Exposures encountered: many LE3 programs have varying noise levels depending on the day, time of year, and activity. Outside of noise level, most sense exposures are common. There are times in which lessons/crafts require extra hands and supervision due to being messy Essential physical requirements are not limited to but include walking, running, climbing stairs and playground structures, squatting/sitting on the floor, and standing for a minimum of five hours. Regularly uses fingers to feel, type, and assist using fine motor skills to tie shoes, zip coats, etc. Regularly required to communicate verbally and in writing, required to switch communication styles based on audience. Physical effort/lifting/carrying: up to 20 pounds

Buffalo Hearing & Speech is seeking a classroom aide to work in a K-2 special education classroom at our Cheektowaga location. This is a full time position scheduled to work 35 hours/week: Monday - Friday, and includes working a 6 week summer program in July & August. Enjoy paid school breaks, snow days, and the opportunity to positively impact a child's life! Job Summary: The Classroom Aide is responsible for assisting with the management of the children and classroom environment. Duties will include but are not limited to organizing and implementing developmentally appropriate lessons and activities under the direction of the classroom teacher, reinforcing educational goals, attending to the individual needs of the children, and following busing and breakfast/lunch program procedures. Essential Functions: * Assist the Classroom Team in the production and implementation of age-appropriate lessons and activities * Work as a team member in the classroom design and implementation * Maintain a healthy, safe, and organized classroom environment * Follow the site specific policies and procedures related to bus duty to safely escort children to and from their classrooms. * Follow the site specific policies and procedures for the distribution of Breakfast/Lunch under the guidelines of NYSED, Health Department and OCFS. * Strictly follow the guidelines and codes of conduct for all BHSC staff, which includes all mandatory meetings, training and procedures as stated in the employee handbook. * Follow policies and procedures related to behavior management (CPI) * Maintain familiarity with, and appropriately follow, requirements of a child's IEP * Any other duty as requested by your supervisor Skills: * Drive and Energy * Sensitivity * Ability to obtain and maintain CPI Certification * Good Judgement * Computer Skills * Ability to work well with children and understand their needs * Ability to work well with others, including staff and families Minimum Degree Required: High school diploma/ GED Minimum Experience Required: Experience working with children, or in a classroom setting and/or working with children/adults with developmental delays/disabilities Physical Requirements: * Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; lifting, bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, sprinting, crawling, and running. * Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. * Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

Support Staff Additional Information: Show/Hide Positions: 3 Hours Per Day: 3.50 (9:45 - 1:15) Work Year: 10 Months - Off during school breaks. Minimum Pay Rate: $16.00/Hour Classification: Labor Distinguishing Features of the Class: This is a routine aide position in which the incumbent assists in a variety of tasks involved in the execution of the day-to-day operations of a school building. This class differs from teacher aide in that the focus of this class is on simple clerical and monitoring tasks, rather than assisting teachers with classroom-related activities such as grading papers, securing resource materials, proctoring exams and assisting students with assignments. The employee reports directly to, and works under the direct supervision of, a professional staff member. Does related work as required. Typical Work Activities: (All need not be performed in a given position. Other related activities may be performed although not listed.) * Acts as a monitor in study halls, corridors, libraries, lavatories, resource centers and cafeterias; * Monitor cafeteria and playground environments; * Collaborates with colleagues to facilitate the school wide expectations in these environments Full Performance Knowledges, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics: Working knowledge of the school organization; ability to follow simple oral and written instructions; ability to give instructions; ability to work well with students and school personnel; ability to maintain simple records; patience; dependability; good judgment; tact; physical condition commensurate ·with the demands of the position. Qualifications: There are no education or experience qualifications for this position. * The ability to work independently and manage time effectively. * The ability to work collaboratively with peers and colleagues. * The ability to carry out oral and written instructions. * Displays a positive attitude and builds healthy relationships with students, staff and families. FLSA: Non-Exempt

Healthy Kids Programs is looking for someone energetic and passionate about working with kids to join the team as a Lead Teacher for our Before and After School Pre-k Program for the 2025-2026 school year. JOB STATUS: Part time, non-exempt LOCATION: Attica Elementary School in Attica, NY PAY: $16.00 per hour HOURS: 7:00 - 8:00 am and 2:40 - 6:00 pm JOB CONSISTS OF: Guiding Compliance: Ensure that both staff and program adhere to OH guidelines, Healthy Kids policies, and the rules set by our host school. Bringing the Fun: Direct engaging hands-on activities based on the Healthy Kids Curriculum, covering fitness, STEAM, academics, arts, and more. Plus, don't forget about homework completion - you'll be the ultimate homework hero! Managing Like a Boss: Take charge of essential management tasks, including maintaining accurate attendance and registration records, and ensuring proper staffing levels to keep the program running smoothly. Keeping Everyone in the Loop: Maintain open lines of communication with parents and family members through the Playground App. Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively and regularly with your direct report, ensuring they're up to speed on daily occurrences and addressing any issues that arise in a timely manner. By working together as a cohesive team, we'll provide the highest quality of care, foster a positive working environment, and proactively tackle any challenges that come our way. Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Associate's degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or an equivalent degree. OR Child Development Associate Credential or another Office-recognized credential specific to the preschool developmental period (with 1 year of experience). OR 9 Credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field with a plan of study leading to Associates or other Office recognized credential (with 2 years of experience). PART-TIME BENEFITS: Employer Paid Childcare - Available for school-age children (ages 5-13) enrolled in our program, on the days you work. Telehealth Benefits Vision Insurance Dental Insurance AFLAC Supplemental Plans 401(k) for eligible employees Paid Sick Time Off On-Demand Pay Career Development Growth Opportunities WHO WE ARE: Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 100 locations and growing. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today's families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it). Our programs empower working families, create a safe and nurturing environment for childhood development, and ensure that every child has the foundation they need for a bright future. Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it's like to work with us at *********************************************** Healthy Kids is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Healthy Kids Programs makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, visit: healthykidsprograms.com Salary Description $16.00 per hour