Substitute Teacher Aide - Gateway-Longview
Buffalo, NY
About the Job
Job Title: Substitute Teacher Aide (Earn up to $112 per day!!)
Department: Therapeutic Preschool
Department
Gateway Longview’s Education programs support Pre-K through 12th grade students who struggle with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges.
Agency
Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.
Benefits
Flexible working options; generous Paid Time Off, wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs
Compensation
Substitute Teacher Aide: $16.00 per hour
Professional Development Opportunities
Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline.
Primary Responsibilities
- Actively engage with youth in classroom environment
- Assist education staff members in managing student behaviors
- Assist teachers in preparation and implementation of curriculum
- Council youth in matters of personal conduct, hygiene, appearance, safety, social skills, academics, and decision making
- Proactively prevent or manage a crisis situation in a therapeutic manner
- Fulfill other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to build rapport with youth based on healthy boundaries, effective communication and mutual respect
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, compassion, patience, and active listening
- Ability to effectively work with individuals from a diverse array of cultural backgrounds, beliefs, customs, and lifestyles
- Ability to physically restrain if required
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Theology, Social Work
- Demonstrated experience working with youth in professional or volunteer capacity
We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.
Source : Gateway-Longview