Kids Unlimited School Support Staff

Kids Unlimited • Medford, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Kids Unlimited Academy is dedicated to creating an educational environment that builds bridges between our children and the future. The vision of KUA is to be a "beacon of hope" that creates future leaders. The adults who work for KUA know that whatever the job title, our sole purpose is to support the education of our children in a safe, nurturing, high expectations and no excuses environment.

We are seeking committed, enthusiastic, success- and team-oriented K-5 School Support Staff (IA) to contribute to our educational community. The ideal candidate is child centered and will adhere to the KUA standards. The successful candidate will demonstrate resilience and a proactive attitude, focusing on solutions rather than dwelling on challenges.

Requirements

• Participate regularly in school wide events, including evening events (4 nights/year)
• Commitment to punctuality for all scheduled meetings and events
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player and actively contribute to a collaborative educational environment
• Follow Administrative guidelines
• Proactive attitude/solution oriented
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Genuine passion for education and a steadfast commitment to student success
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to work effectively within a team, fostering a positive and collaborative environment

Nice To Haves

• The nature of what we do and how we succeed at KUA requires that the scope of every position may periodically change based on operational demands to ensure we are meeting or exceeding every student's educational requirement.

Responsibilities

• Follow teacher created plans to support or lead small group instruction
• Familiarize yourself with and actively use recommended engagement strategies throughout instructional support
• Support the implementation of small group interventions within the classroom
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Assist teachers in assessing student progress and collecting data
• Embrace coaching and feedback
• Consistently demonstrate and be a model of the KUA standards for our students
• Participate in observations and reflections throughout the school year
• Support the units of study in all classes as needed
• Believe in, and support, a culture of "our students" vs "my class" or "my students"
• Work closely with teachers and fellow IAs to promote a collaborative and supportive educational atmosphere
• Attend and actively contribute to all IA meetings and professional development sessions
• Come to work ready to work
• Work full contract hours
• Adhere to the Master Schedule and understand that collective resources (including materials and support staff) should be used equitably with a student-centered approach
• Demonstrate unwavering punctuality and reliability in attending all scheduled meetings and duties
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism in interactions with students, colleagues, and parents
• Actively participate in culture-building activities and events
• Maintain appropriate attendance and attire
• PTO must be communicated 2 weeks in advance
• Day of absence must be communicated at least 1 hour before contract start time
• Facilitate the development of a nurturing and inclusive environment within our school community, fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and belongs

Benefits

• Health insurance
• paid time off
• extended sick leave
• 401k
• Professional development each summer
• Daily collaboration with colleagues who are all 100% dedicated to the success of every child.
• Opportunity to make a profound impact in the lives of children and be a part of an exciting change in the educational landscape of Southern Oregon.

What This Job Offers

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