| Teacher Aide, MEC | | | Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES is hiring Teacher Aides to support students across our Special Education programs throughout the region. This is meaningful, hands-on work where your presence truly matters every single day. Work Schedule & Benefits - 6 hours per day
- 10-month position following the school calendar (evenings, holidays, and summers off!) with the option to work during summer school
- Hourly Pay Rate of $16.00 - $18.72 (dependent on experience)
- Benefits include paid holidays & leave time, NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance.
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What You’ll Do As a Teacher Aide, you will: - Assist the classroom teacher by performing non-instructional duties to support students with disabilities individually, in small groups and/or test proctoring.
- Assist with general supervision of students in a multitude of settings including, but not limited to classroom, hallways, lunchroom, and playground.
- Assist with classroom management of students and monitoring individual student behavior through crisis intervention by implementing positive behavior management strategies or others supported by the program.
- Perform physical intervention techniques (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention) when necessary.
- Implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and safety plans under staff direction
- Support de-escalation and prevention strategies, and respond to student crises as requested.
- Assist with the preparation of classroom materials, projects, demonstrations and displays.
- Support the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 Plans under the direction of certified staff
- Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA
- Utilize your own special skills and abilities by assisting the instructional program in such areas as foreign language, arts, crafts, music, recreation, vocational or other similar subject areas when requested/appropriate.
- Ride the school bus with students and support students in community-based learning activities (work experience, field trips, vocational training).
- Assist in self-help, personal care activities, including toileting, and mobility for students with disabilities.
- Willing to continue ongoing professional development in support of program placement.
- Perform other duties related to specific programs.
- Complete required training as assigned, including TCI-S
- Attend meetings, as necessary.
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| Special Education Teacher (K-6) | | Position: 1.00 Special Education Teacher (K-6) Salary Range: $52,341 -$61,805, based on experience and demonstrated abilities. Start Date: As soon as possible Learn more about our programs by clicking here - Benefits include paid holidays & leave time, NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance.
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Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing high-quality instruction to secondary students in a classroom environment that promotes critical thinking, a high level of engagement and eagerness to continue to learn and grow; working collaboratively with other teachers and community members to ensure continued learning of relevant skills and authentic application of those skills; supporting students as they develop a strong work ethic, pride in their work and the foundational skills employers have identified; willingness to develop/grow/promote the program to include all learners; and differentiating instruction to ensure all students experience success. Must hold a commitment to promoting equity, practicing cultural responsiveness, and creating inclusive environments. | $52,341 -$61,805 |
| Special Education Teacher (7-12), MEC | | Responsibilities include but are not limited to: providing high-quality instruction to secondary students in a classroom environment that promotes critical thinking, high-level of engagement and eagerness to continue to learn and grow; working collaboratively with other teachers and community members to ensure continued learning of relevant skills and authentic application of those skills; supporting students as they develop a strong work ethic, pride in their work and the foundational skills employers have identified; willingness to develop/grow/promote the program to include all learners; and differentiating instruction to ensure all students experience success. Must hold a commitment to promoting equity, practicing cultural responsiveness, and creating inclusive environments. Start Date:September 1, 2026 Learn more about our programs by clicking here - Benefits include paid holidays & leave time, NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance.
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| $52,341.00 - $61,805 |
| School Psychologist | | Position: 1.00 FTE School Psychologist Location: Midlakes Education Center Salary Range: $52,341 -$61,805, based on experience and demonstrated abilities. Start Date: September 01, 2026 Learn more about our programs by clicking here - Benefits include paid holidays & leave time, NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance.
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This position may involve direct work with students with autism, emotional and/or developmental disabilities which may include, but are not limited to, oppositional and aggressive behaviors; mood disorders; and potentially severe and unpredictable physical and/or verbal outbursts. School Psychologists are expected to: • Ability to work with a diverse population of students. • Provide students with a safe, orderly environment that is conducive to teaching and learning. • Provide targeted interventions to teach social, emotional, behavioral regulation. • Provide group and/or individual counseling using evidence-based interventions. • Conduct initial evaluations, re-evaluations, and Functional Behavior Assessments. • Develop, implement, and monitor behavior intervention plans and crisis management plans. • Collaborate and consult with community-based providers, parents, component districts, colleagues and provide resources to meet student learning needs. • Communicate regularly and effectively with stakeholders. • Record and report student progress. | $52,341 - $61,805 |
| Registered Professional Nurse | | Location: MIdlakes Education Center Salary: $53,114-$56,552 | $53,114-$56,552 |
| Physical Therapist | | Physical Therapist (2 days per week) Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES
2026 Salary Range: $52,341 – $61,805 annually prorated
Work Location: Midlakes Education Center Role Summary As a School-Based Physical Therapist (PT) at Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES, you will provide physical therapy services to support students’ participation, mobility, independence, and success within the educational environment. The Physical Therapist evaluates students’ functional abilities and educational needs; develops and implements appropriate physical therapy interventions; and collaborates with students, families, teachers, related service providers, administrators, and other professionals to support mobility, access to and participation in the school setting. Physical therapy services may address areas including gross motor skills, balance, coordination, functional mobility, motor planning, posture and positioning, adaptive equipment, bracing and other skills that impact a student’s ability to participate in educational activities and routines. Core Responsibilities -
Evaluation & Assessment: Evaluates students’ functional performance and educational needs using appropriate standardized and non-standardized assessment methods; completes initial evaluations, re-evaluations, observations, and progress monitoring to determine physical therapy needs and supports. -
Physical Therapy Services: Develops and implements physical therapy services and interventions based on evaluation findings, student needs, and the Individualized Education Program (IEP), as applicable. Provides individual and/or group services within therapy areas, classrooms, and other educational environments to support students’ participation, access, and independence consistent with the IEP and current written orders/referral from a NYS licensed Physician, Physicians' Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. -
Adaptations & Assistive Supports: Adapts activities, routines, and environments to support student mobility. Assists with the selection, fitting, modification, and use of adaptive equipment, assistive devices, bracing and other supports. Trains students and staff in their safe and effective use to promote independence and access to the educational environment, when applicable. -
Consultation & Collaboration: Collaborates with teachers, families, administrators, other related service providers, nurses, and other professionals regarding student needs, accommodations, environmental supports, intervention strategies, and progress. Participates in team meetings, case conferences, IEP development, and educational planning. -
Documentation & Data Management: Completes required documentation, including evaluations, re-evaluations, progress monitoring and notes, consultation documentation, IEP-related documentation, and discharge summaries, as applicable using appropriate electronic documentation and data-management software. -
Program & Professional Responsibilities: Maintains accurate program and service records, including service frequency, student data, and other required statistical or departmental information. Participates in department meetings, professional development, staff training, and other activities related to the delivery and continuous improvement of school-based physical therapy services. -
Communication & Professional Practice: Communicates effectively with students, families, school personnel, and other service providers while maintaining appropriate confidentiality. Applies professional judgment and current physical therapy practices to identify student needs, make recommendations, monitor outcomes, and adjust services as appropriate. -
Student Safety & Independence: Supports students’ safe participation and mobility across various educational environments, including classroom, therapy, playground, community-based educational, and other school settings, through appropriate positioning, mobility-related support, adaptive strategies, and functional activities. | $52,341 - $61,805 |
| Physical Therapist | | Physical Therapist Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES
2026 Salary Range: $52,341 – $61,805 annually prorated
Work Location: Midlakes Education Center Role Summary As a School-Based Physical Therapist (PT) at Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES, you will provide physical therapy services to support students’ participation, mobility, independence, and success within the educational environment. The Physical Therapist evaluates students’ functional abilities and educational needs; develops and implements appropriate physical therapy interventions; and collaborates with students, families, teachers, related service providers, administrators, and other professionals to support mobility, access to and participation in the school setting. Physical therapy services may address areas including gross motor skills, balance, coordination, functional mobility, motor planning, posture and positioning, adaptive equipment, bracing and other skills that impact a student’s ability to participate in educational activities and routines. Core Responsibilities -
Evaluation & Assessment: Evaluates students’ functional performance and educational needs using appropriate standardized and non-standardized assessment methods; completes initial evaluations, re-evaluations, observations, and progress monitoring to determine physical therapy needs and supports. -
Physical Therapy Services: Develops and implements physical therapy services and interventions based on evaluation findings, student needs, and the Individualized Education Program (IEP), as applicable. Provides individual and/or group services within therapy areas, classrooms, and other educational environments to support students’ participation, access, and independence consistent with the IEP and current written orders/referral from a NYS licensed Physician, Physicians' Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. -
Adaptations & Assistive Supports: Adapts activities, routines, and environments to support student mobility. Assists with the selection, fitting, modification, and use of adaptive equipment, assistive devices, bracing and other supports. Trains students and staff in their safe and effective use to promote independence and access to the educational environment, when applicable. -
Consultation & Collaboration: Collaborates with teachers, families, administrators, other related service providers, nurses, and other professionals regarding student needs, accommodations, environmental supports, intervention strategies, and progress. Participates in team meetings, case conferences, IEP development, and educational planning. -
Documentation & Data Management: Completes required documentation, including evaluations, re-evaluations, progress monitoring and notes, consultation documentation, IEP-related documentation, and discharge summaries, as applicable using appropriate electronic documentation and data-management software. -
Program & Professional Responsibilities: Maintains accurate program and service records, including service frequency, student data, and other required statistical or departmental information. Participates in department meetings, professional development, staff training, and other activities related to the delivery and continuous improvement of school-based physical therapy services. -
Communication & Professional Practice: Communicates effectively with students, families, school personnel, and other service providers while maintaining appropriate confidentiality. Applies professional judgment and current physical therapy practices to identify student needs, make recommendations, monitor outcomes, and adjust services as appropriate. -
Student Safety & Independence: Supports students’ safe participation and mobility across various educational environments, including classroom, therapy, playground, community-based educational, and other school settings, through appropriate positioning, mobility-related support, adaptive strategies, and functional activities. | $52,341 - $61,805 |