Educational Support Specialist

Educational-Service-Center-of-Northeast-Ohi; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Services Center of Northeast Ohio is seeking an Educational Support Specialist in Cleveland, OH. The role involves flexible instructional and non-instructional support, supervision, and coverage across classrooms and school areas as needed.

The position emphasizes student safety, confidentiality, and collaboration with teachers and staff. Must have an Educational Aide Permit and a background check; 178 days per contract year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred.
• BCI and FBI background check required.
• Educational Aide Permit issued by the State Board of Education.
• Experience working with children or students preferred.
• Ability to supervise students and support learning activities.
• Strong communication with students, families and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and work well in a team.
• Complete required training including student safety and emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and non-instructional support across the school building.
• Assist with supervision, transitions and classroom coverage as needed.
• Support student learning and monitor academic progress.
• Assist with placement of flexible student groups and data tracking.
• Move between classrooms and grade levels to meet building needs.
• Support breakfast, lunch, recess, and dismissal procedures.
• Maintain student dignity, safety and confidentiality in all interactions.
• Report concerns to teachers or administrators promptly.

Skills

High school diploma

Some college

BCI/FBI background check

Educational Aide Permit

Experience with children

Supervision skills

Communication with students and staff

Confidentiality and teamwork

Training in safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Educational Aide Permit issued by State Board of Education

Some college coursework

Job description

Educational Support Specialist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5980609
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 03, 2026 5:05 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Title: Educational Support Specialist Reports To: Richmond Heights Elementary School Principal and/or designee; works collaboratively with teachers and other staff Employment Status / Terms of Employment:

Employed by the Educational Services Center of Northeast Ohi

Position is considered full time and works 178 days per contract year

General Description

The Educational Support Specialist provides flexible instructional and non-instructional support throughout the school building to help maintain a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment. The position supports student learning, monitors student academic progress and flexible student groups, assists with supervision and transitions, and provides coverage in classrooms and designated school areas as needed. This position is not assigned to any one student, student group, or classroom and may move among classrooms, grade levels, and school settings based on building needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college education preferred.
• Acceptable background (BCI and FBI) check
• Valid Educational Aide Permit issued by the State Board of Education
• Experience working with children or students preferred.
• Ability to supervise students, support learning activities, and respond appropriately to student needs.
• Ability to communicate and interact positively with students, families, and staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Ability to complete assigned training, including training relevant to student safety and emergency response.

Performance Responsibilities

Instructional and Academic Support

• Academic & Standardized Testing Support. Assist building staff and administrators with the setup, administration, proctoring, and logistics of school academic testing (e.g., standardized testing, diagnostic assessments, benchmarks).
• Data Analysis & Tracking. Collect, organize, and analyze student academic and behavioral data to track progress, inform flexible group placement, and support instructional decision-making alongside teachers and administrators.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and the delivery of instructional programs under the direction of the teacher or building administrator.
• Distribute and collect instructional materials, workbooks, assignments, and other classroom resources; assist with small-group activities, drill work, reading, storytelling, and practice activities.
• Monitor student academic progress during assigned learning activities; observe, document, and communicate relevant progress or concerns to the appropriate teacher or administrator.
• Monitor and support flexible student groups as directed, including helping students transition between groups and activities.
• Move between classrooms, grade levels, and other assigned settings to provide coverage and support based on changing building needs.
• Assist students with appropriate learning tasks, classroom routines, organization, and transitions while promoting student independence.

Student Supervision, Lunchroom, Recess, and Transitions

• Breakfast Duty Supervision. Oversee and supervise student arrival and breakfast routines in designated areas (cafeteria/ arrival zones) to ensure a safe, orderly, and positive morning start .
• Oversee and supervise lunchrooms and recess areas to help maintain a safe, orderly, and positive environment.
• Maintain order in lunchroom and playground settings; assist students with problems, discourage unsafe activities, and report concerns to the appropriate staff member.
• Clean or help prepare lunch tables between classes as needed; assist with lunch, snack, and cleanup routines.
• Dismiss students from the lunchroom to the playground or other designated areas and help line students up for transitions and teacher arrival.
• Assist with student dismissal at the end of the school day, including supervising students and supporting safe, orderly movement to designated dismissal locations.
• Assist with supervision during assemblies, play periods, library/media center activities, emergency drills, field trips, and other school activities as assigned.
• Support student attendance or related student-recording routines when assigned.

Student Care and Individual Needs

• Specialized Intervention & Individualized Support. Deliver targeted tier 2/tier 3 instructional interventions or individualized support plans under the direction of certified teachers or specialists.
• Provide appropriate assistance to students with behavioral, mobility, personal-care, or other needs as assigned and within the employee's training and authorized responsibilities.
• Assist students with movement between rooms, use of materials or equipment, lunch and snack routines, wash-up, and toileting routines when assigned and appropriate.
• Alert the appropriate teacher or administrator to student concerns, safety issues, changes in behavior, or other relevant information.
• Maintain student dignity, safety, and confidentiality in all interactions.

Building and Main Office Support

• Cover the main office when necessary, as directed by the building principal or designee, and assist with routine office coverage and tasks within the employee's training and authorization, greeting parents, answering phones, taking messages, issuing tardy passes, etc.
• Provide general building support and assist with student movement supervision, fire/safety drills evacuation and coverage needs in locations designated by the building principal and/or designee.
• Operate and care for classroom or school equipment used for instructional and assigned support purposes.
• Report dangerous conditions, faulty equipment, and other safety concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
• When assigned to support substitute coverage, provide relevant routine information and assistance to the substitute teacher or other substitute staff member.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of ethical conduct and protect confidential student and school information.
• Work cooperatively and professionally with teachers, administrators, office personnel, and other staff.
• Foster positive school, community, and inter-office relationships.
• Participate in and complete in-service training or any other assigned training and maintain required training for assigned duties, including student safety and emergency procedures.
• Follow district policies, building procedures, and supervisor directions; notify the appropriate supervisor when unable to report to work and follow established absence/substitute procedures.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or Superintendent.

Workplace Requirement: The employee shall remain free of alcohol and non-prescribed controlled substances in the workplace throughout employment.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with applicable Board policy

Additional Working Conditions

Duties may require movement throughout the building and between classrooms and grade levels, as well as supervision in lunchroom, recess, dismissal, and other school settings. The employee is expected to perform assigned duties safely and to seek direction when a student need or task falls outside the employee's training or authorization. Position involves assisting students outdoors and will require appropriate attire for exposure to weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohiois a Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity Employer

The Governing Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, military status, ancestry or age in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities

Position Type: Full-time

Contact Information

• Steve Rogaski
• 6393 Oak Tree Boulevard South
• Independence, Ohio 44131
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]