EA IV: Emotional Support & Crisis Intervention

Douglas County School District; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Vision

Dental

HSA

FSA

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

EAP

Retirement 403(b)

457 plan

Job summary

Douglas County School District is seeking an Educational Assistant (EA IV) for the Affective Needs (AN) Program at Mesa Middle School. This role provides intensive support to students with emotional and behavioral challenges, implementing crisis interventions and fostering a safe, therapeutic learning environment.

Responsibilities include collaborating with the Special Education Teacher and mental health professionals, supporting IEP goals, and delivering instructional support with restorative

Qualifications

• Must have High School diploma or equivalent.
• First Aid & CPR certification required.
• Must complete crisis management training and maintain certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain situational awareness to address escalating behaviors.
• Collaborate with SPED team to support IEP goals.

Skills

Calm under crises

Communication skills

Crisis management training

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Douglas County School District is seeking an Educational Assistant (EA IV) for the Affective Needs (AN) Program at Mesa Middle School. This role provides intensive support to students with emotional and behavioral challenges, implementing crisis interventions and fostering a safe, therapeutic learning environment.

Responsibilities include collaborating with the Special Education Teacher and mental health professionals, supporting IEP goals, and delivering instructional support with restorative