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Classroom Aide- Experience Springbrook
Springbrook
oneonta, ny, usa
USD 19-19 / hour
Posted on Feb 25, 2026
Pay is $19.00/hour
Position Summary:
To assist with instruction and educational support for children with disabilities while participating in a focused professional development series in one of three tracks:
Special Education
Psychology/Human services
Business
Limited temporary housing at The School at Springbrook may be available upon signed agreement.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Under leadership of the classroom teacher, provide direct care and supervision of 5-22 year old students in a residential school setting.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the daily classroom schedule and specific assignments.
- Work as collaborative team member, assisting other staff in assigned classroom and throughout the building.
- Demonstrate an understanding of basic learning philosophies and expectations in the classroom.
- Promote a positive, nurturing environment for students.
- Facilitate child involvement in play, assigned therapies, and classroom activities.
- Assist students with activities of daily living, behavior management & support, and goal acquisition.
- Implement Individualized Education Program (IEP) in addition to other service plans and record daily data according to classroom needs.
- Work cooperatively with other staff to promote open communication and teamwork.
- Participate in weekly professional development activities and assignments
- Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge Requirements:
- Must be a currently enrolled college student in good standing.
- Experience working with children preferred.
- Demonstrate professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. independently and assist in lifting weights exceeding 50 lbs.
- Must successfully complete an on-line training program at Springbrook in areas including but not limited to: Corporate Compliance, HIPPA & Confidentiality, Fire Safety, Universal Precautions/Enhancements, Student rights, Violence prevention, and Choking prevention.
- Please include a statement of interest with your resume, a paragraph or two outlining your interest in the program along with your career goals.