PreK Instructional Aide - PCES

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• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 11/4/2026

M-TH (26 Hours)

Purpose: The Student Success Aide will work closely with the principal, counselor, and classroom teachers to implement targeted interventions that help general education students in kindergarten and first grade develop self-regulation, focus, and organization.

Qualifications:

• Have a high school diploma or a GED certificate and
• Complete 48 hours at an institution of higher education
  * OR
• Obtain an associate's (or higher) degreeOR
• Pass a State approved assessment that assesses the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or reading, writing, mathematics readiness).

Performance Responsibilities (under the direct supervision of certified staff):

• Skill
  
  Coaching:
  
  Assist students in real-time with "brain skills" such as impulse control, emotional regulation, task initiation, and cognitive flexibility.
• Scaffolding: Break down multi-step classroom directions into manageable "micro-tasks" for students who struggle with working memory.
• Visual Supports: Implement and maintain individual visual schedules, "first-then" boards, and checklist systems to help students navigate transitions.
• Redirection: Provide gentle, proactive cues to help students maintain focus during whole-group instruction and independent centers.
• Team Consultation: Meet regularly with the School Counselor and or School Principal to learn specific behavioral strategies and with Classroom Teachers to align support with daily lesson plans.
• Data Collection: Maintain brief, objective logs on student progress regarding specific executive functioning goals.
• Co-Regulation: Act as a calm presence for students experiencing frustration, modeling "think-aloud" strategies to solve problems.

Social Scripting: Guide students through peer interactions, helping them practice turn-taking and "flexible thinking" during play-based learning.

Postings current as of 11/7/2026 7:32:22 AM CST.