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Special Collections Student Assistant Jobs in Rochester, NY

TES Staffing

Special Education Classroom Aide

Rochester, NY · On-site

$17 - $17.50/hr

Special Education Teacher Assistant Pay: $17.00 - 17.50/hour Term of Employment: 2026-2027 school ... plan. * Assist teachers by providing valuable insights about students to help develop tailored ...

RCSD

Associate Director of Special Education

Rochester, NY · On-site

$80 - $110/hr

Assists in maintaining all compliance data related to students with disabilities. * In collaboration with all members of the Department of Special Education, assist in coordinating professional ...

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Easterseals

Special Education Teacher

Rochester, NY · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Designing a classroom environment that is both motivating and stimulating for students * Classroom ... assistants in the classroom. Assisting with staff evaluations as requested * Maintaining and ...

The Fedcap Group

Special Education Teacher

Rochester, NY · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Designing a classroom environment that is both motivating and stimulating for students * Classroom ... assistants in the classroom. Assisting with staff evaluations as requested * Maintaining and ...

Fedcap

Special Education Teacher

Rochester, NY · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Designing a classroom environment that is both motivating and stimulating for students * Classroom ... assistants in the classroom. Assisting with staff evaluations as requested * Maintaining and ...

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How much do special collections student assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for special collections student assistant in Rochester, NY is $19.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.91 and $22.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a special collections student assistant?

Special Collections Student Assistants are students employed by libraries, archives, or museums to help manage, preserve, and provide access to rare or unique materials. Their duties often include assisting patrons, shelving or retrieving items, processing archival collections, and helping with exhibits or digitization projects. They gain hands-on experience working with historical documents, rare books, manuscripts, and other valuable materials while supporting the daily operations of the Special Collections department.

What does a special collections student assistant do?

Special Collections Student Assistants often handle a variety of responsibilities, including assisting patrons with locating rare or archival materials, managing the security and proper handling of delicate items, and supporting collection organization or digitization projects. One common challenge is balancing customer service with the need to enforce strict usage policies to protect valuable resources. Assistants must also quickly learn specialized catalog systems and adapt to a highly detail-oriented environment, working both independently and as part of a small team of librarians and archivists.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a special collections student assistant?

To thrive as a Special Collections Student Assistant, you generally need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with library procedures, often supplemented by enrollment in a college or university. Experience with library management systems, digital archives, and basic cataloging tools is typically required. Excellent communication, discretion, and a customer-service mindset help you interact effectively with patrons and staff while handling rare or fragile materials. These skills ensure the preservation, accessibility, and proper management of valuable collections while providing reliable support to library operations.

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Infographic showing various Special Collections Student Assistant job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,117 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

Special Education Teacher Assistants Full and Part Time 2026-2027 School Year

West Irondequoit Central School District

Rochester, NY

$18 - $18.75/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Special Education Teaching Assistants - District-Wide
2026-2027 School Year
Full-Time and Part-Time | Grades K-12 (Special Education)

Position Overview

The West Irondequoit Central School District is seeking qualified candidates for Special Education Teaching Assistant positions to support students across grades K-12. Teaching Assistants work under the general supervision of a certified teacher to provide instructional and student support.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum of six (6) semester hours of college coursework in an area related to job responsibilities
  • Knowledge of the developmental characteristics of children and adolescents
  • Ability to work effectively with students requiring remediation and encouragement
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Certification Requirements

Candidates must hold (or be eligible for) one of the following:

  • Level I, Level II, Level III, or Temporary New York State Teaching Assistant Certificate

For certification requirements and application details, please visit:
http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/certificate/ta.html

Salary

Placement on the WITA Paraprofessional Salary Schedule
$18.00 - $18.75 per hour

Teaching Assistant Job Description (per NYSUT)

Definition:
Teaching Assistants provide instructional services to students under the general supervision of a licensed or certified teacher.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching Assistants may:

  • Work with individual students or small groups on instructional projects
  • Provide teachers with information to support student learning and behavior planning
  • Assist in the use and development of instructional materials
  • Support instructional programs using specialized skills (e.g., languages, arts, music, crafts)
  • Perform related instructional duties as assigned
  • Assist students with specific health-related needs, as appropriate

Local collective bargaining agreements may further define specific duties and conditions of employment, consistent with applicable laws and regulations.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The West Irondequoit Central School District is in compliance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Part 86). The District provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status, or domestic violence victim status.

Inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy may be directed to:

Title IX Coordinator
West Irondequoit Central School District
321 List Avenue
Rochester, NY 14617




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