Dedicated Aide

Monument Academy•Washington, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

One-on-One Aide implements special education or related services and provides direct assistance for a student. This position reports directly to the Director of Instruction and Innovation.

Requirements

Associate's degree, strongly preferred.
Two years experience working in special education and/or with individuals with Autism/severe behavioral and academic issues strongly preferred.
Have prior work or volunteer experience with children or students with special needs.
Be committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population.
Have a track record of being a team player and community minded.
Be committed to their own learning.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to work independently.
Adherence to a high level of professional and ethical standards.
Commitment to the mission of Monument Academy
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Emotional self-regulation, patience, maturity and humility
Honesty and integrity
Curiosity and creativity
Optimism and enthusiasm
Excellent people skills
Respect for students, families, and staff
Ability and willingness to roll up sleeves and be flexible as the school moves along a growth trajectory
Proactive and able to anticipate issues and manage unanticipated events with thoughtfulness and grace
Commitment to positive behavioral approaches and an openness to working with youth in a mentoring capacity
Ability to model and maintain consistent and high expectations during stressful conditions
Thoughtful self-reflection and good self-care skills
Commitment to teamwork
Excellent attention to detail
Strong project management skills
Willingness to understand the user experiences of key stakeholders and to use that knowledge to inform decisions

Responsibilities

Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction of the Lead Teacher/Special Education Coordinator.
Assist in the implementation of students Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Monitor student progress.
Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to participate fully in activities.
Work with other professionals, including counselors, speech therapists, social workers, occupational therapists, and physical therapists, to ensure that students' IEPs are properly implemented.
Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records.
Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist in developing appropriate social skills.
Assist in the preparation and display of student work.
Assist classroom teachers with copying items to support teaching.
Engage parents and families in their student's learning and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community.
Contribute productively to the school as a whole.
Attend and participate in school events outside of regular school hours.
Other duties as assigned.