NYSN0207322-0000
2021-09-03T00:00:00
2022-07-31T00:00:00
The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for a Child Care Aide 1 (Substitute) position at the New York State School for the Deaf (NYSSD). Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:Maintain the safety and well-being of students by escorting students to and from meals during morning and lunch times, monitor assigned exits during evacuation emergencies, bring children requiring medical attention to the health center, supervise and maintain control in all areas where children are gathered, and assist and chaperone students on off-campus activities;Utilize a total communication approach to language development in the presence of deaf or hard of hearing individuals by using both sign language and voice at all times;Check to make sure that each student has his/her hearing aid, cochlear implant, and/or glasses daily;Attend to students’ personal hygiene needs and the development of appropriate daily living skills;Assist students during mealtimes by providing supervision at each dining room entrance, checking assigned students at mealtime for appropriate behaviors, encouraging students to eat balanced meals, conversing with students during mealtimes, and helping to create a relaxed, family-type atmosphere; andPrevent child abuse and maltreatment by attending all staff training, carrying out responsibilities as a mandated reporter of child abuse and maltreatment, and under direction of the supervisor, use approved techniques to manage students, and report to supervisors, as required, regarding occurrences giving rise to concerns involving children in care.Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must be able to read, write and speak English, follow written and spoken instructions, and be in good health and good physical condition.Preferred Qualification: Preference may be given to candidates who have:Experience working with deaf students; andThe ability to communicate through ASL/Sign Language.Conditions of Employment: This will be a temporary, hourly appointment with a set schedule of 10 hours per week. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List is required for employment. Fees associated with this process are at the applicant’s expense. The work schedule for this position includes hours of Monday, 8:30am to 10:00am AND 11:30am to 12:30pm, and Tuesday through Thursday, 6:30am to 8:00am AND 11:15am to 12:15pm. There will also be the option to substitute for the full-time Child Care Aide 1s during the 2nd and 3rd shifts, on an as needed basis.Application: Qualified candidates should apply via OLAS or email a resume and letter of interest by September 16, 2021 to nyssdjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include either Box number (ROM-324/00806) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify for the position, when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by NYSED Personnel for your social security number to confirm your State employment history
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New York State School for the Deaf
Mohawk Valley
Hourly wage
Fixed