Special Education Assistant,, Box NYSSB

About the Role

The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for a Special Education Assistant position at the New York State School for the Blind. Under the direction of an Instructor, this role involves performing instructional duties and delivering direct care to students.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to individual or groups of students under the direction of a certified teacher.
• Gather and provide information about students to assist in the development of appropriate learning experiences.
• Assist students in the use of available instructional resources and assist in the development of instructional materials.
• Provide appropriate care, including hygiene needs for medically fragile students.
• Assist in instructional programs in arts, crafts, music, and related instruction as required.
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School diploma or a High School Equivalency diploma.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting of children.
• A New York State Teaching Assistant certificate, or eligibility to obtain one within one (1) year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with severe to profoundly disabled and/or blind/sensory impaired children.
• Possession of, or willingness to secure, an Article 19A (CDL) school bus driver certification.

Additional Information

• This is a permanent, unclassified appointment.
• Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm.
• Salary range: $46,843 to $54,773.
• Stipends may be available for demonstrated proficiency in Braille ($2,500 annually) or American Sign Language (ASL) ($2,500 annually).

Important Notes

• Candidates must clearly indicate in their resume how they meet the minimum qualifications.
• Verification of educational credentials and New York State Teaching Assistant certificate will be required.
• Continued employment is dependent upon maintaining a valid New York State Teaching Assistant certificate and adhering to all professional development requirements.
• Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Division of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services, and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List are required. Fees for fingerprinting may apply unless already on file with NYS TEACH.