Early Intervention 1:1 Aide bei Rochester Hearing and Speech

Description

Position Title: Early Intervention 1:1 Aide
Reports to: Classroom Teacher
Location: Early Childhood Setting
Schedule: Part-Time
Pay Range: $15.50 per hour (New York State minimum wage)

Mon-Friday 1-3pm

Job Summary

The Early Intervention 1:1 Aide provides individualized, direct support to assigned toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities. Working under the supervision of licensed/certified early intervention providers (e.g., special education teachers, speech/language therapists, occupational therapists), the aide helps implement goals outlined in the child’s Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).

Primary Responsibilities

· Provide consistent 1:1 support to an assigned child, focusing on developmental goals within the IFSP.

· Assist in implementing activities designed by licensed therapists or developmental specialists.

· Support the child during daily routines (e.g., play, feeding, transitions).

· Encourage development in key areas: communication, motor skills, social-emotional skills, and self-help skills.

· Maintain a nurturing, respectful, and responsive relationship with the child and family.

· Ensure a safe, engaging, and supportive environment tailored to the child’s needs.

· Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, and program policies.

· Participate in team meetings, trainings, and supervision as required.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required:

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Experience working with infants/toddlers, especially those with developmental needs

· Ability to follow routines and guidance from therapists or specialists

· Strong communication, time management, and interpersonal skills

· Reliable transportation

Preferred:

· Associate’s degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field

· Familiarity with early intervention and working with children with special needs

· Bilingual or multilingual skills a plus

· CPR/First Aid certification a plus

Physical & Other Requirements

· Ability to sit, kneel, crawl, engage with young children at their developmental level, and respond quickly to a child’s needs.

· Ability to lift up to 40 lbs if necessary

· Background check, health screening, and TB test required

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Rochester Hearing & Speech Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws and strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, or any other status protected under New York State and federal law.

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