Alternative Education Aide - Westview Campus, 7 hrs.

Olathe Public Schools • Olathe, KS

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Alternative Education Aide supports the Compass Program at Westview Campus by assisting with day-to-day duties for students in grades K–8. The role uses PBIS and other district-adopted social-emotional curricula and instructional tools to support students’ social-emotional well-being. The position works with classroom teachers and school leadership to provide small-group and individual instruction aligned with students’ needs. It is a full-time, classified, non-exempt position scheduled for 7 hours per day on a 172A calendar, at an hourly rate of $19.00. The position works indoors and requires background clearance, a TB test, and a physical.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness and ability to support students who may exhibit extreme behaviors, including elopement, physical aggression, and verbal outbursts, using a calm, consistent, and supportive approach.
• Ability to intervene safely and appropriately and contribute to a team committed to student success.
• Verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• High degree of motivation, responsibility, and confidentiality.
• Skills in emotional regulation, prevention, and de-escalation.
• Demonstrated ability to compile, organize, and analyze data.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment.
• Collaborative team-player skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.
• Ability to identify opportunities, make recommendations for improvement, and follow up to achieve desired results.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including running, walking, sitting, standing, lifting 40 pounds from floor to waist, carrying up to 55 pounds, pushing or pulling, climbing, balancing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and fine finger dexterity.
• Close visual acuity to perform job activities.
• Background clearance, TB test, and physical required.

Nice To Haves

• Job-related experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Use PBIS and other district-adopted social-emotional curricula and instructional tools to teach and support students’ social-emotional well-being.
• Support and correct behavior in accordance with district procedures and rules, including PBIS and ESI.
• Assess students’ reading and math progress and learning needs using tools such as assessments and running records.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and follow their direction to align small-group and individual instruction with classroom needs.
• Coordinate with the building principal or another appointed supervisor to prioritize students for small groups.
• Gather lesson materials with support from the classroom teacher and provide instruction appropriate to students’ needs.
• Perform tasks appropriate to the Alternative Education Aide role to support efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED