A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
The Hyde Park Central School District is seeking dedicated and compassionate 1:1 OR Teacher Aides to provide support to a students in our district.
Tentative Assignment Locations:
Netherwood Elementary School, North Park Elementary School, Violet Avenue Elementary School, Haviland Middle School Our Portrait of a HPCSD Employee includes the following qualities: confident learner, effective communicator, adaptable innovator, critical thinker, and responsible citizen. Our schools provide nurturing, respectful environments that develop and support the intellectual, social, emotional, physical and aesthetic development of our students. We celebrate diversity and foster a sense of belonging for all students, emphasizing the importance of contributing to the greater community.
Responsibilities:
Provide direct academic, social, and emotional support to a student under the guidance of the student's teachers and support staff. Assist the student with classroom activities, assignments, and organization. Facilitate positive interactions with peers and adults. Support the student in developing independence and self-advocacy skills. Collaborate with the student's parents, teachers, and other professionals to ensure a consistent and supportive environment. Assist with the implementation of the student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 plan. Maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor at all times.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience working with school-aged children, particularly at the elementary school level. An understanding of middle-level adolescent development. Patience, empathy, and a genuine care for all students. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic school setting. Fingerprinted to work in NYS or the ability to get fingerprinted prior to start date. Hyde Park Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Hyde Park Central School District's new Presidential Perks is a special program designed to help our essential staff save money. We believe that by investing in you, we are investing in the future of our students. Some of our Presidential Perks include discounted college tuition free counseling, pet insurance, travel discounts and more!
Pay:
$17.50 - $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Retirement plan
