Educational Aide — Driving & Student Support

enCircle; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage options

401(k) with match

Early wage access via DailyPay

Educational assistance

Professional development

Calm app access

Job summary

enCircle is seeking an Educational Aide to support students in a private day school setting in Virginia. The role involves classroom and community-based instruction, with emphasis on behavioral and academic support for students with diverse needs.

The position runs Monday through Friday, 8:15 AM to 3:00 PM for 10 months, and requires a valid Virginia driver’s license with a clean driving record. Competitive pay starts at $15.60 per hour, with potential increases based on experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• At least 1 year working with children in care or educational settings preferred.
• Basic computer skills and MS Office experience.
• Valid Virginia Driver's License and proof of insurance if assigned driver.
• Satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to understand and build rapport with students with special needs.
• 10-month position.
• Work schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:15AM-3:00PM.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers and other support staff in all educational settings.
• Implements behavior strategies as described and collects behavior data as requested.
• Provides academic assistance to students as directed by teacher.
• Works with teachers, other support staff, and administration to maintain a safe and supportive school environment.
• Monitors behavior of students and initiates positive reinforcement of desired behaviors.
• Communicates with teacher, other support staff, and administrators to coordinate activities, exchange information, and resolve challenges.
• Attends staff meetings, parent meetings, IEP meetings as requested.
• With provided training, obtain Safety Care certification and implement Safety Care strategies to respond to and de-escalate negative behaviors.
• Attends work regularly and arrives in a timely fashion.
• Communicates professionally and conveys dignity and respect to students, parents, co-workers, and other professionals.

Skills

Rapport with students

Computer skills

Satisfactory driving record

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

enCircle is seeking an Educational Aide to support students in a private day school setting in Virginia. The role involves classroom and community-based instruction, with emphasis on behavioral and academic support for students with diverse needs.

The position runs Monday through Friday, 8:15 AM to 3:00 PM for 10 months, and requires a valid Virginia driver’s license with a clean driving record. Competitive pay starts at $15.60 per hour, with potential increases based on experience.