Teacher Aide

We are hiring for one part-time Teacher Aide position! 

The Teacher Aide will support the lead teacher in delivering arts-based lessons, including visual arts, music, drama, and dance, while also attending to the personal needs of each student. You will help create a safe and engaging classroom where students can express themselves, develop new skills, and participate meaningfully in activities. Your role will involve creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere and providing a supportive learning environment. You will work closely with other staff members to ensure the students’ physical, emotional, and social needs are met.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities and a compassionate approach to care.

Job Title: Teacher Aide
Program: Day Hab / Classroom 
Location: Farmington, NY - in person
Status: Regular, part-time, 27 hours per week
Salary Range: starting at $17.00 per hour

Reports to: On-site Supervisor
Positions Supervised: Not applicable
Minimum Experience: High School Diploma or GED is required. Experience working with adults with disabilities, or in a classroom or support setting, is preferred.


Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
• Strong interest in the arts and a commitment to using creative activities as a tool for personal development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong communications skills and the ability to interact respectfully and effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful of others' dignity and independence.
• Empathy and a genuine desire to support individuals with disabilities in a compassionate manner.
• Professionalism: dependability and enthusiasm.
• A commitment to promoting inclusivity.
• Ability to handle physical tasks, including lifting and transferring participants.
• Ability to learn basic personal care needs including toileting. Training will be provided.
• Ability to learn first aid. Training will be provided.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of individuals with disabilities.

Physical Abilities:
• Ability to safely lift, move, and transfer 50 lbs. or more, requiring core strength for support and movement.
• Standing, walking, and being physically active for extended periods, using back and stomach muscles.
• Constant movement in rooms, hallways, and workspaces, including bending, crouching, and reaching.
• Good vision (close, distance, color, peripheral) and hearing to understand participants and observe details.

Responsibilities:
Duties include but are not limited to:
• Assist the lead teacher in delivering arts-based lessons and activities (e.g., visual arts, music, drama, dance) for adults with disabilities.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students, ensuring they can actively engage in creative activities.
• Help implement individualized learning plans and adapt arts activities to meet the personal needs and abilities of each student.
• Provide personal care assistance, if needed, to ensure students’ comfort and participation in the activities.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and fun environment, encouraging self-expression, independence, and creativity.
• Foster a sense of community and teamwork within the classroom.
• Assist with classroom management and maintain a positive, inclusive atmosphere for all students.
• Help prepare materials, set up, and clean up for arts-based projects and activities.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher and other staff to assess students’ progress, provide feedback, motivate students, and build confidence.
• Support students in building life skills, social interactions, and independence through arts-based activities.
• Monitor and respond to students’ physical, emotional, or behavioral needs, providing support in a sensitive and respectful manner.
• Assist with any special accommodation or modifications required to help students participate fully in class activities.

• Assisting with student personal needs as needed.

• Effectively communicate with students, parents, and staff about progress, expectations, and events.
• Partner with other staff members to ensure that all classrooms are conducted in accordance with safety and cleanliness standards.
• Open to participating in recreational activities and in other teachers’ classes.
• Attend team meetings and participate in staff development opportunities.


If you are interested in this opportunity, please email a resume stating your qualifications for the position to Human Resources, cobblestonearts.careers@gmail.com


Cobblestone is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.