NY HELP No
Agency Education Department, State
Title Special Education Assistant, (Continuous Recruitment), Box NYSSB - SEA
Occupational Category No Preference
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary Range From $31239 to $44684 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Monday through Friday, 6:45am-2:45pm or 7:00am-3:00pm
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 7 AM
To 3 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Genesee
Street Address NYS School for the Blind
City Batavia
State NY
Zip Code 14020
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a High School diploma or a High School Equivalency diploma AND the ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting of children AND a New York State Teaching Assistant certificate, or be eligible to obtain a New York State Teaching Assistant certificate within one (1) year of employment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference may be given to candidates who have the following: - Experience working with severe to profoundly disabled and/or blind/sensory impaired children.- Possession of, or willing to secure, and Article 19A (CDL) school bus driver certification.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department's (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for a Special Education Assistant position in the New York State School for the Blind. Under the direction of an Instructor, the incumbent of this position will perform duties that are instructional in nature and deliver direct care to students. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:- 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; and- Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent appointment, consisting of 183 days during the school year, 31 days during the summer, and an additional five days for program-related activities, for a total of 219 days. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigations 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. 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. Verification of degree and/or transcripts will be required for all candidates at the time of interview. Candidates are required to obtain a New York State Teaching Assistant certificate within one (1) year of employment. Continued employment as a Special Education Assistant is dependent upon maintaining appropriate certification. The work schedule for this position includes hours of Monday through Friday, 6:45am-2:45pm or 7:00am-3:00pm, depending on classroom assignment.This position leads to a maximum salary of $44,684 based on annual performance advances.APPLICATION: Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (NYSSB - SEA) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.Interested in a job with New York State, but don't know where to start?Visit these links for information on working for New York State:- https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/- https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdfGenerous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:Holiday & Paid Time Off- Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.- Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.- Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.- Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.- Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.Health Care Benefits- Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.Additional Benefits- Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).- NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.- Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).- Opportunities for telecommuting.- Eligibility for various life insurance options.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Telephone (518) 474-5215
Fax (518) 486-5631
Email Address nyssbjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Ave. Room 528EB
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12234
Notes on Applying APPLICATION: Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (NYSSB - SEA) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
