Dedicated Aide

CESAR CHAVEZ PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC POLICY • Washington, DC

12d • $40,000 - $45,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Provide one-on-one support to scholars with moderate to severe needs in both special education and general education classrooms. Specifically, Dedicated Aides will support scholars with special needs by helping them work through regular or modified grade-level curricula as well as provide interventions to lead to better behavioral and academic outcomes for the scholar. Dedicated Aides will work closely with the grade level teams, gain hands-on experience working one-on-one with scholars, serve as an advocate for the scholar, create meaningful partnerships with the scholar and his/her family, participate in school-wide professional development, and receive frequent feedback and coaching.

Requirements

• HS diploma or GED equivalent, post secondary education preferred.
• 1-3 years professional work experience
• Detail and results-oriented with superior verbal and written skills
• Organized professional
• Communicate clearly with a solutions-focused attitude to multiple stakeholders
• Belief that all students can achieve at the highest levels with no excuses
• Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making
• Strategic thinker and proactive problem-solver
• Embodies the highest ethical standards
• Works independently with little direct supervision and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

• Prior school experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, motivating, and relevant one-on-one support to students with special needs in both regular and special education classrooms.
• Create Dedicated Aid plans, in collaboration with the scholar’s case managers, teachers and related service providers, to monitor progress and target interventions.
• Collaborate regularly with grade level and multi-disciplinary teams regarding individual student’s progress and needs; gather and analyze data and anecdotal information on scholar progress during instruction.
• Teach and enforce school-wide systems, rules & consequences, disciplinary codes, and rewards at all times.
• Collaborate with other staff members and actively participate in all professional development and learning opportunities. Continuously use feedback to make productive changes in instructional practices and overall performance.
• Complete all administrative requirements before given deadlines.
• Participate in additional activities including field trips, intensive academic support sessions, and other required programs as needed throughout the year.
• Communicate regularly with the scholar's family to provide progress reports and establish rapport.

What This Job Offers

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