Educational Aide

Northridge Local Schools; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Northridge Local Schools in Dayton, Ohio, is seeking an Educational Aide to support classroom instruction and assist with students who have disabilities. The role emphasizes safety, learning support, and positive behavior management under supervision.

Applicants must meet the district's qualifications, maintain health and background clearances, and commit to ongoing learning including CPR/First Aid training. This is an on-site position with opportunities to grow within the district.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with satisfactory pre-employment test score.
• Health requirements met.
• Clear criminal record.
• Self-directed and able to learn required skills.
• Ohio Department of Education Permit for the assignment.
• Ability to physically assist students with disabilities.
• Congenial disposition and strong interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to keeping current with technology.
• CPR, first aid, and behavioral management training completed.

Skills

Professionalism

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Written communication

Documentation

Conflict resolution

Attendance

Willing to travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ohio Department of Education Permit

Job description

POSITION: Educational Aide

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and a satisfactory pre-employment skill test score.
• Meets all mandated health requirements.
• Documented evidence of a clear criminal record.
• Self-directed and able to learn required skills for the position.
• Valid Ohio Department of Education Permit appropriate for the assignment.
• Ability to physically manage students with disabilities.
• Congenial disposition and strong interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to keeping current with technological advances.
• Successful completion of CPR, first aid, and behavioral management training

provided by the district.

Abilities Required

• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains a positive work attitude.
• Works cooperatively to support a successful team effort.
• Communicates effectively using verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Completes detailed paperwork accurately.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Lifts, carries, and/or moves classroom supplies and equipment.
• Performs activities that may require reaching, crouching, and/or kneeling.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Travels to meetings and work assignments.

4122.01 - DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

The Board of Education believes that quality education is not possible in an environment affected by drugs. It will seek, therefore, to establish and maintain an educational setting which is not tainted by the use or evidence of use of any controlled substance.

The Board shall not permit the manufacture, possession, use, distribution, or dispensing of any controlled substance, alcohol, and any drug paraphernalia as the term is defined by law, by any member of the District's classified staff at any time while on District property or while involved in any District-related activity or event. Any staff member who violates this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with District guidelines and the terms of collective bargaining agreements.

The Superintendent shall establish guidelines that ensure compliance with this policy and that each staff member is given a copy of the standards regarding unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by staff and informed that compliance with this requirement is mandatory.

Such guidelines shall provide for appropriate disciplinary actions, if and when needed, which comply with the terms of any negotiated agreement.

The Northridge Local School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen events.