Dedicated Aide

Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School•Washington, DC

18h•$29 - $30

About The Position

The Dedicated Aide works with an individual student who needs academic, emotional, and/or behavioral support. The aide reinforces learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff and performs clerical, classroom maintenance, and instructional duties as assigned by certified staff. The role supports a student with special needs throughout the school day by making the curriculum and daily activities accessible. This is a part-time, non-exempt position in the Education department. The schedule is Monday through Friday, averaging 20 hours per week, with hours subject to adjustment as workload fluctuates. Employment is for 10 months and is hourly contract work. The position reports to the Directors of Learning Support and Washington Yu Ying Principals.

Requirements

Experience working with students with emotional and behavioral challenges is required.
Experience working with linguistically and ethnically diverse student populations and children with developmental differences.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to engage students' interest.
Ability to partner with lead classroom teachers, parents, and colleagues.
Commitment to professional growth and eagerness to learn.
Dedication to the well-being and success of all students.
Patience, flexibility, and willingness to take risks.
Consistently reflect on one's own teaching practices.
Ability to communicate effectively in English using proper grammar and vocabulary.
Ability to meet the physical and environmental demands described in the posting, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students with special needs.
Experience working with students with autism.
Teaching experience in a public or private school, preferably in an urban setting.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement educational services for students, including assisting the student in participating in lessons, projects, and assessments.
Alert certified staff to problems or special information concerning the individual student.
Supervise students during assigned lunch periods, play periods, and field trips.
Observe students regularly and accurately take daily anecdotal notes to inform certified staff and school teams about student progress.
Use effective, positive, and respectful interpersonal communication skills.
Implement student assessments and manage student behavior.
Use varied instructional materials, resources, and experiences to enrich student learning.
Use appropriate techniques and strategies to promote and enhance the student's creative problem-solving and evaluative thinking.
Create a safe environment that accommodates children's developmental and learning requirements.
Use positive affect and communication techniques sensitive to the child's needs.
Support the child's developmental and educational progress.
Attend WYY staff development to reinforce student learning and attend professional development sessions.
Support the classroom teacher in monitoring student progress.
Work with families to support the progress of individual students.
Build positive relationships with colleagues, students, families, and the community that reflect recognition of and respect for every individual.