Instructional Aide II - Miller Elementary

Instructional Aide II - Miller Elementary (2026-27 School Year)

Bismarck Public Schools is accepting applications for an Instructional Aide II at Miller Elementary School beginning the 2026‑2027 School Year. This position follows the school calendar.

• Job : 5741233
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 20, 2026
• Position Type: Part‑Time
• Salary: $20.45 per hour
• FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
• Salary Grade: SI

Purpose Statement
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The role of Instructional Aide II involves providing a variety of complex support processes to the instructional program within and outside the assigned classroom. The 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.

Supervisory Relationship
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Reports to:

Principal and/or Program Specialist

• Administer First Aid and Medical Assistance: Provide immediate first aid and medical assistance as directed by healthcare professionals and classroom teachers, including assisting 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 students’ wheelchairs, seat‑belts, or other safety restraints.
• Support Instructional
  
  Activities:
  
  Collaborate with supervising teachers, classroom teachers, and special education teams to adapt, modify, and implement activities, assignments, and materials.
• Attend Training and Meetings: Participate in meetings and in‑service presentations such as first aid, CPR, and emergency procedures.
• Communicate with Staff: Work with supervising instructional and professional support personnel to assist in evaluating academic progress and implementing IEP objectives.
• Implement Behavior Management Plans: Under direction, implement student behavior intervention plans, learning contracts, reinforcement systems, and other strategies.
• Maintain Records: Organize and maintain files and records, including manual and electronic files.
• Monitor Student
  
  Activities:
  
  Supervise students during various school activities, including lunch, bus stops, playground, classroom, field trips.
• Operate Instructional Equipment: Use assistive technology and other tools to support student learning and communication.
• Review Student Learning: Assist teachers by reviewing classroom lessons.
• Adhere to School Policies: Follow school policies and procedures.
• Attendance: This position requires prompt and consistent attendance.
• Perform Other Duties: Undertake additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

• Perform multiple tasks, updating skills to meet changing job conditions.
• Adhere to safety practices, operate standard office equipment, use software applications, and maintain accurate records.

Knowledge

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read manuals, write documents, present information, and solve practical problems.
• Understanding instructional procedures and practices.

Abilities

• Schedule activities, gather and classify data.
• Work flexibly with others, manage data using defined processes.
• Adapt to changing work priorities, communicate with diverse groups.
• Handle crisis situations, work effectively as part of a team.

Work under direct supervision using standardized routines. Lead, guide, and coordinate others. Operate within a defined budget.

Perform job functions that require significant lifting, carrying, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling. 30% sitting, 35% walking, 35% standing. Risk of injury or illness.

Job‑related experience is required.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional certification/education may be required for specific aide positions at certain locations.

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.

SI.

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.