Educational Aide

Job Overview

We are seeking an Educational Aide 1:1 to join our Special Education team. This role involves providing direct, individual support, supervision, and guidance to assigned students in Grades K-3.

Starting Rate: $17 - $20 /hour based on experience

Environment:
Special Education Program, Grades K-3

• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers to foster a supportive, high‑achieving learning environment.
• Implement individualized instruction and behavioral interventions on‑site and in community settings, aligned with each student’s goals.
• Instruct and monitor students during classroom lessons, ensuring instructional fidelity and applying targeted strategies to enhance comprehension.
• Track student progress against timelines, communicating successes and areas needing intervention with teachers.
• Manage student behavior, reinforcing school policies and implementing consistent disciplinary measures.
• Support and mentor students facing academic challenges, encouraging personal growth and skill development.
• Complete accurate documentation of student behaviors and performance, reporting observations and providing actionable recommendations.
• Assist with preparation of detailed behavioral reports, daily activity logs, and other necessary documentation.
• Communicate proactively with students, colleagues, supervisors, and families regarding needs and achievements.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all student records and information.
• Participate in assurance and accreditation activities to meet site performance standards.
• Attend school‑wide, student‑parent, and advisory meetings to support collaborative networks.
• Respond constructively to feedback, demonstrating continuous professional growth.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required to support student success and the educational community.

• High school diploma or equivalent with passage of basic skills test.
• Associate degree or higher in education or related field preferred.
• Licensed or in the process of obtaining an OH state educational aide permit.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company‑approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience working with children, preferably in alternative or special education and/or behavioral health settings.
• Skill in working with students with severe learning, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, or other disabilities.
• Ability to act calmly and decisively in emergencies and make independent decisions.
• Proficiency in motivating students and having critical conversations to move toward realistic goals.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Knowledge of instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry, and basic office equipment.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Free Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
• Free Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
• Company‑Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Company‑Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Personal Protection Insurance Plans
• Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
• Legal Services Insurance
• Pet Health Insurance
• Accrual‑based Paid Time Off
• School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
• Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
• Opportunities for Growth & Development
• And So Much More!

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