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Special Education Instructional Aide

West Buffalo Charter School

113 Lafayette Avenue

Buffalo , NY 14213

Certified - Teaching - Teaching Assistant {TA}

Job Number 3300053899

Start Date

Open Date 10/29/2025

Closing Date 11/12/2025

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Position Summary:

WBCS is seeking applicants for an Instructional Aide. This position is a full-time position. Duties of this position include working directly with the classroom teacher to implement lessons, small group instruction and overall classroom management. Certification not required.

Who we are:

West Buffalo Charter School is a K-8 school in Buffalo, NY.

Mission:

Tomorrow's future leaders are sitting in our classrooms today. With small class sizes, a rigorous curriculum aligned with the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards, and high expectations, West Buffalo Charter School develops an exceptional foundation of literacy skills for all students in grades K-8. West Buffalo Charter School is a place where diversity is celebrated, individual differences are accepted, and student success is maximized.

Vision:

West Buffalo Charter School is determined to help each student reach his or her fullest potential. Daily instruction contains a unique blend of speech and language skills and intensive literacy instruction. West Buffalo Charter School allows students to explore their interests, establish and maintain positive relationships, and maximize their individual successes.

Key Design Elements:

+ A small, safe learning community.

+ High teacher-to-student ratio with small class sizes. K-4 approx. 20 students & 5-8 approx. 25 students.

+ An extended school day and afterschool enrichment opportunities.

+ Differentiated and intensive instruction in all academic areas.

+ Development of each student's language acquisition, literacy, and reading proficiency skills.

+ Positive, respectful relationships between staff, students, families, and the community.

+ Art, Music, Physical Education, and STEAM integration to educate the whole child.

+ Staff professional development focused on innovative teaching techniques and technology integration.

+ Partnerships with Canisius College and other local organizations that support and enhance student learning.

+ A robust Social Emotional Learning Program with an active Social Emotional Learning team.

+ A school committed to excellence in education.

Qualifications:

+ High School Diploma required; Associate degree preferred.

+ Experience working in a school setting or with children preferred

What you'll enjoy:

+ A competitive compensation and benefits package

+ Common planning time with grade level teams

+ Professional development

Must include resume as attachement.

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