Lower School Student Care Aide Tapestry Charter School 65 Great Arrow Buffalo , NY 14216 Certified - Area - Special Education Job Number 3300047195 Start Date Open Date 05/07/2024 Closing Date IMMEDIATE NEED FOR THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR POSITION:Lower School Student Care Aide SCHOOL YEAR: 2023-24 REPORTS TO: Designated School Principal, Director of Student Services WAGE/HOUR STATUS: 10-Month/ Hourly Mission: Educating and inspiring a diverse community of K-12 learners by engaging them in rigorous real-world learning experiences which prioritize intellectual, social and emotional growth. Vision: Tapestry is a vibrant, sustainable school that empowers learners and leaders to make a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Values : Perseverance, Integrity, Respect & Responsibility POSITION SUMMARY : The Student Care Aide works with an assigned student(s) as devised and followed by school documentation to ensure to the most extent as possible safety of a student in a general education setting and other school settings. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: + Provide appropriate care and follow necessary school documentation of assigned student(s) at all times throughout the school day as directed by teachers, school personnel and/or administration in the classroom setting and in other school settings. + Provide safe passage for the student(s) in the classroom setting and during transitions to specials as indicated in appropriate plans and administrative directives. + Arrive on time and perform job duties as directed. Follow school protocol for requesting time off and alert the school whenever possible of planned absences. + Establish and maintain standards of student(s) safety and behavior that will keep the student(s) safe in the classroom and with fellow students. + Positive relationship building with student(s) in a school setting. QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE OF: + Child growth and development and behavior characteristics of students and students with disabilities. + Behavior management and behavior strategies, techniques, methods and conflict resolution procedures. + Socio-economic and cultural background differences of general student population; Cultural responsiveness. + Technology including devices and computer programs. + Commitment to the success of all children. + Advocate and initiative taker for students and families. ABILITY TO: + Communicate with colleagues to ensure safety of student(s) in the classroom and school settings. + Communicate with parents and guardians as deemed necessary. + Determine student progress. + Inspire students and fellow staff to perform at his or her highest potential. + Develop and maintain strong and professional relationships with Tapestry families and colleagues. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: + School based and classroom experience is preferred. + Experience in working with children and children with disabilities is essential. + High School diploma or equivalent required. College degree preferred. Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app\_login?COMPANY\_ID=00005387) for this job posting. Job Attachment View Attachment Itinerant Location 111 Great Arrow Ave. Buffalo, NY 14216 Salary: From 15.00 Salary Competitive Y Appointment Status Annual Contract Position Status Full time Start Date 05/21/2024 Contact Person's Name Lauren Pratt Contact Person's Title Director of People Operations Contact Person's Email prattl@tapestyschool.org