Instructional Aide II BECEP - Elk Ridge Elementary

Instructional Aide II – BECEP, Elk Ridge Elementary

Location:

Bismarck, North Dakota. Starting Date:
Aug 20, 2026. Position type:
Part‑time (7.75 hours/day, 4 days/week). Salary: $20.45 per hour.

Job . Posted until filled. Posted:
Jun 15, 2026.

Bismarck Public Schools is accepting applications for an Instructional Aide II for BECEP at Elk Ridge Elementary School beginning the 2026‑2027 School Year.

This position requires the aide to assist in a classroom and provide services (under the direction of a Special Education Teacher) to children ages three to six with an Individual Education Program. The role involves working 7.75 hours per day, four days per week, following the school calendar.

The role of Instructional Aide II involves providing a variety of complex support processes to the instructional program within and outside the assigned classroom. Primary responsibilities include assisting and designing the daily care of students with significant learning challenges, observing and documenting student academic and emotional progress, implementing instructional plans, making recommendations for improved care and instruction, and addressing the special health care needs of assigned students.

Reports to:

Principal and/or Program Specialist.

• Administer First Aid and Medical Assistance: Provide immediate first aid and medical assistance. Assist with self‑care plans such as toileting, diapering, tube feeding, colostomy bags, personal hygiene, dressing, medication, and other daily living activities.
• Provide Physical Care: Assist students with severe physical disabilities, including lifting and securing wheelchairs, seat‑belts or other restraints.
• Support Instructional
  
  Activities:
  
  Collaborate with teachers and special education teams to adapt, modify, and implement activities, assignments, and materials; support instruction for small groups or individuals; administer tests and assessments.
• Attend Training and Meetings: Participate in first aid, CPR, and emergency procedure training.
• Communicate with Staff: Work with instructional and professional support personnel to evaluate academic progress and implement IEP objectives.
• Implement Behavior Management Plans: Under direction, implement student behavior intervention plans, learning contracts, reinforcement systems, and crisis intervention strategies.
• Maintain Records: Organize and maintain files and records, including instructional materials and both manual and electronic files.
• Monitor Student
  
  Activities:
  
  Supervise students during lunch, bus stops, playground, classroom, field trips, public transportation, assemblies, and kitchen.
• Operate Instructional Equipment: Use assistive technology and other tools to support student learning and communication.
• Review Student Learning: Assist teachers by reviewing lessons and learning experiences with students requiring individual attention.
• Adhere to School Policies: Follow school policies and procedures.
• Attendance: Prompt and consistent attendance required.
• Perform Other Duties: Undertake additional tasks as assigned.

• Perform multiple tasks and update skills as needed.
• Adhere to safety practices, operate standard office equipment, use software applications, and maintain accurate records.

• Basic math skills, including fractions, percent, and ratio calculations.
• Ability to read manuals, write documents, present information, and solve practical problems.
• Understanding of instructional procedures, age‑appropriate activities, safety practices, conflict resolution, and stages of child development/behavior.

• Schedule activities, gather and classify data, and consider factors when using equipment.
• Work flexibly with others, manage data using defined processes, and operate equipment by standardized methods.
• Adapt to changing work priorities, communicate with diverse groups, maintain confidentiality, solve problems, and handle crisis situations.
• Work effectively as part of a team and manage constant interruptions.

Job‑related experience required.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.

Non‑Exempt.

SI.

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