Start Date
01/14/2019
Position Areas
Instructional Support
Description
Finn Academy: An Elmira Charter School is looking for a dedicated, hardworking individual to serve as a 1:1 Aide. A 1:1 Aide works directly with a scholar in a general education or special education setting. This individual assists in meeting the daily academic, social-behavioral, and physical needs of the child.
Scholar Achievement:
- Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives and meeting IEP Goals
- Implements special education and related services strategies as directed by the therapist
- Assist in implementation of Individualized Education Plan and Behavior Intervention Plan
- Aide in collecting data related to behavior, academics, and social interactions
- Provide support for individual scholar inside/outside the classroom to fully participate in activities
- Adheres to scholar’s daily schedule and behavior plan to maintain a safe and positive learning environment
- Assist with academic and social/behavioral goals under the direction of the classroom and special education teachers
- Attend to hygiene needs of assigned scholar, including toileting and dressing as needed
- Attends meetings and in-service presentations/trainings for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions
- Other duties as assigned, based on scholar needs
Skills and Characteristics:
- Maintain a positive and professional demeanor while working with scholars and staff
- Communicates in a professional manner with all scholars, families, and staff
- Flexibility and willingness to actively participate in school community
- Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail
- Maintain confidentiality
- Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and team work
- Commitment to the belief that all scholars can learn and to the mission of educational equality
- Fidelity to Finn Academy Charter School mission and Finn Academy Accountability Plan
Educational Background and Experience
- High School Diploma
- Experience with children with disabilities preferred
To apply, please submit letter of interest, resume, and three professional references.
*Finn Academy is an equal opportunity employer
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Insights
Compare with State
Amount per Student
State Average: $22,444
% ELL Students
State Average: 8%
Student Teacher Ratio
10.65
State Average: 13.16
% IEP Students
State Average: 18%
FTE
26
State Average: 355