Substitute Teacher Aide

Job Title: Substitute Teacher Aide Department: Therapeutic Preschool

Position Summary: Provide instructional and behavioral support to students in collaboration with the educational team, assisting with lesson implementation, classroom management, and student growth in alignment with IEPs. This per diem, 10-month position with a 6-week summer program may require flexibility for meetings and professional development. Substitutes may serve as Teacher Aide, 1:1 Aide, or Crisis Staff.

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

Wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs

Compensation

Substitute Aide: $16.50 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.

Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of student behavioral plans in collaboration with the educational team.
• Implement behavioral interventions in accordance with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training and individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain timely, professional communication with teachers and related service providers regarding student behavior, progress, and needs.
• Provide individualized and small-group academic support as directed by the teacher to meet student learning goals.
• For NYS Certified Teacher Assistants, contribute to lesson planning, instruction, and classroom activities under the teacher's guidance.
• Actively supervise assigned student(s) to ensure safety, engagement, and compliance with IEPs and behavior support plans.
• Assist in creating and maintaining a supportive classroom environment, including preparing displays, organizing special activities, and engaging with families in coordination with the teacher.
• Accurately complete required documentation, including behavioral incidents, interventions, attendance, school notes, and outcome data, to support student monitoring and program accountability.
• Participate in required training and professional development opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing classroom needs
• Collaborative team member with the ability to work independently
• Experience working with students with disabilities and/or diverse learning needs
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Ability to utilize physical restraints in accordance with safety protocols youth after successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training

Qualifications

• U.S. High School Diploma
• Pertinent experience and/or training

An EEO/AA Agency

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.