Affective Needs Educational Assistant & Crisis Support

Douglas County School District; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental coverage

Retirement plan options (401(k), 403(b

457 retirement plan

Job summary

Douglas County School District at Mesa Middle School is seeking an Educational Assistant IV for the Affective Needs program. The role focuses on crisis intervention, emotional regulation, and a structured therapeutic learning environment to support students with complex behavioral needs.

You will work with SPED staff to implement IEP goals, promote SEL skills, and help students transition back to general education with appropriate support and safety measures.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to remain calm, objective, and effective during student crises or high-stress behavioral situations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills, with an emphasis on therapeutic and non-judgmental communication.
• Willingness and ability to complete required training in crisis management and maintain physical certification.

Responsibilities

• Implement crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies with fidelity, following CPI protocols.
• Collaborate with the SPED Teacher, School Psychologist, School Counselor, Social Worker and mental health professionals to ensure a unified approach.
• Assist with IEP goals related to social, emotional, and academic development.
• Support students in accessing the curriculum and managing school demands with appropriate scaffolding.
• Document daily data on student behavior and emotional progress as required by the IEP team.

Skills

Calm under crises

Therapeutic communication

Crisis management training

Education

High School or Equivalent (Required)

Job description

Douglas County School District at Mesa Middle School is seeking an Educational Assistant IV for the Affective Needs program. The role focuses on crisis intervention, emotional regulation, and a structured therapeutic learning environment to support students with complex behavioral needs.

You will work with SPED staff to implement IEP goals, promote SEL skills, and help students transition back to general education with appropriate support and safety measures.