Educational Aide

Encircle • Wytheville, VA

2d • $0 - $15

About The Position

The Educational Aide provides behavioral and academic support to students in a private day school setting through classroom and community-based instruction. The role assists teachers and other support staff, helps maintain a safe and supportive school environment, and supports students with special needs. The position is 10 months, with a Monday–Friday schedule, and requires driving; a satisfactory driving record is critical. The employer provides training for Safety Care certification and use of its strategies to respond to and de-escalate negative behaviors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office.
• Valid Virginia driver's license and proof of insurance if assigned as a driver.
• Satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to understand and build rapport with students with special needs.
• Must not have specified serious driving violations within the past five years, including reckless driving, DUI or refusal to test, certain vehicular offenses, driving with a suspended or revoked license, and other listed violations.
• Must not have passed a stopped school bus or had careless driving violations within the past three years, or three or more minor moving violations within that period.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working with children in childcare settings and/or academic or residential environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and other support staff in all educational settings.
• Implement behavior strategies as described and collect behavior data as requested.
• Provide academic assistance to students as directed by the teacher.
• Work with teachers, support staff, and administration to maintain a safe and supportive school environment.
• Monitor student behavior and positively reinforce desired behaviors.
• Communicate with teachers, support staff, and administrators to coordinate activities, exchange information, and resolve challenges.
• Attend staff, parent, and IEP meetings as requested.
• Obtain Safety Care certification through provided training and implement Safety Care strategies to respond to and de-escalate negative behaviors.
• Attend work regularly and arrive on time.
• Communicate professionally and treat students, parents, coworkers, and other professionals with dignity and respect.

Benefits

• Health coverage options including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet coverage.
• 401(k) with match.
• Retention bonus.
• Early wage access through DailyPay.
• Sick days.
• Employee assistance program and chaplain services.
• Educational assistance.
• Professional development.
• Calm app access for the employee, friends, and family.

What This Job Offers

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