Associate Teacher

STEPS Educational Group; Broadview Heights (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

STEPS Educational Group is seeking an Educational Aide to support teachers and Intervention Specialists in delivering personalized instruction for students aged 3–22 with diverse learning needs. You will assist in developing instructional materials, supporting classroom activities, and helping implement IEP-based plans.

The role involves collecting progress data, maintaining a positive learning environment, and collaborating with staff to adapt lessons to individual student needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Preferred experience working with children with special needs.
• Completion of criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support teachers and intervention specialists in daily lessons and activities.
• Collaborate with team to develop classroom plans and activities.
• Prepare instructional materials and organize teaching stimuli.
• Monitor and document student progress and behavior data.
• Ensure safety and supervise students during school activities.

Skills

People skills

Observation skills

Time management

Organization

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Basic computer

Job description

STEPS Educational Group offers a variety of programs, including STEPS Academy, Willow Farms, and Insightful Minds Community of Learning, designed to provide personalized learning environments. These programs cater to students aged 3-22 with diverse learning abilities, allowing them to progress at their own pace and in their own way. The organization is dedicated to meeting the unique needs of every student through innovative and adaptive educational approaches.

Description

Job Overview

Share the functions of teachers and teaching faculty. Provide support to Intervention Specialists in developing instructional course materials. Provide positive learning and guidance techniques to students. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Accountabilities

• Proactively communicate with the supervisor/team to problem solve concerns or questions.
• Attend meetings as directed by IS.
• Collaborate with the team on development of plans and classroom activities weekly.
• Collaborate with classroom staff and IS to develop upcoming IEPs.
• Assure consistency among staff through observations and check-ins.
• Supervise students in his/her care at all times.
• Collect data weekly as assigned by IS and related services personnel.
• Meet with the IS and the classroom team weekly to discuss student progress and skill acquisition.
• Meet the individual needs of students by individualizing instruction within the classroom environment.
• Prepare materials and implement lesson plans as directed by the IS/Content Teacher.
• Run assessments under the supervision of classroom IS as needed.
• Integrate technology.
• Complete daily communication log for students with input from IS and related services personnel.
• Follow student behavior intervention plans and collect data accordingly.
• Show evidence of a positive learning environment through classroom support and strategies and implementing a variety of teaching methods.
• Assist and encourage students in developing their academic and social potential.
• Ensure the safety of students by accompanying them across learning settings during the school day or school activities as assigned.
• Carry out all policies and procedures in a professional manner as outlined in STEPS policies and procedures manual.
• Contribute to the cleanliness and maintenance of the assigned classroom including organizing materials and teaching stimuli, sterilizing toys and surface areas, placing trash in designated areas to be collected, and other daily needs to ensure a clean learning environment.
• Attend professional in-services in areas related to job responsibilities.
• Share information/expertise with colleagues.
• Read current information in professional publications to remain abreast of educational research.
• Ensure STEPS Educational Group confidentiality agreement for students is maintained.
• Teach and act in accordance with the objectives and policies of the Academy as directed by your supervisor.
• Meet all deadlines for turning in paperwork (including but not limited to IEP data, behavior data, notebook checks, field trip paperwork, quarterly progress reports, service records, time sheets etc.).
• Complete paperwork in a neat and legible manner.
• Complete all required training.
• Maintain integrity of STEPS Educational Group Model.
• Complete other related tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Preferred Experience working with children with special needs.
• Preferred knowledge of classroom policies and procedures.
• Completion of criminal background check.
• Strong people skills and affinity for children.
• Excellent observation and analytical skills.
• Must possess strong time management skills, organizational skills.
• Must obtain an Aide’s License through the Ohio Department of Education.STEPS will assist with cost.
• May be required to transport students in a STEPS company vehicle. Valid driver’s license required.

Physical Demands

Position can require or involve some degree of physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling physical behavior. Must be able to use a variety of equipment for children with special needs. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment. Must occasionally lift, move and/or support up to 50 pounds (and/or up to adult size body weight with two to three-person lift).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.