Early Childhood Classroom Aide

Liberty POST is currently seeking a motivated and energetic Early Childhood Classroom Aide for part time employment to work with children who are 18 months-3 years old through Early Intervention and Preschool Special Education programs.

Immediate positions are available throughout Rochester.

 

 

Liberty POST has offered its clients a range of high-quality and individualized services since 1994.  Backed by Liberty Resources Inc.

and part of a large social services circle, originally POST was a speech-language practice in Syracuse NY, and has grown to provide a range of services throughout all of New York State and New Jersey.

We employ over 500 professionals in a variety of settings and offer a collaborative team approach to provide evaluation, direct therapy, and family education through child-directed play.

We are focused on the importance of a child’s natural learning environment, a family’s unique strengths and needs and the diverse population we serve.

 

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Classroom Aide/One to One Aide is under the supervision of the Special Education Teacher and assists in the smooth and efficient operation of the classroom environment, including organizing, implementing and teaching developmental skills to students ages three to five. 

 

 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:  



* Assists Special Education Teacher, classroom Speech Pathologist, and Classroom Assistant, as well as the Director and Program Coordinator as required.


* Assists in classroom setup and implementation of age appropriate activities in the areas of literacy, art, language, cognitive development, science, nutrition, music, dance and dramatic play.


* Assists Classroom Assistant in maintaining the classroom schedule when the Special Education Teacher is not in class.


* Supervises and is actively involved with students, attends to their individual needs, and fosters positive behaviors and actions.


* Works closely with preschool student as assigned, and provides support for the student enrolled that enables them to fully participate in classroom activities.


* Assists in the implementation of each student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) goals and objectives.


* Responsible for student’s health and safety at all times, and is aware of emergency procedures as they relate to the classroom


* Sets up daily classroom materials as specified by Teachers, prepares and presents displays of student work, and prepares bulletin boards inside and outside of the classroom.


* Acquires materials needed for classroom use from supply closet, from other classrooms, or from donations.


* Assists with the care and maintenance of equipment and site, including daily cleanup of activities, toys, materials and classroom, as well as scheduled site maintenance.


* Prepares and cleans up daily snack.


* Assists students with self-help activities, including but not limited to changing soiled clothes and diapers.
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