Emotional Support Lead—Affective Needs Program (EA IV)

Douglas County School District; Colorado; On-site; USD 27,331 - 34,715; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Voluntary retirement plans

Job summary

Douglas County School District is hiring an Educational Assistant (EA IV) for the Affective Needs Program at Soaring Hawk Elementary. The role entails providing specialized support to students with complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges.

The ideal candidate will implement crisis interventions, assist in emotional regulation, and collaborate with the special education team to foster a safe and therapeutic learning environment.

The position offers competitive pay starting at $19.84 per hour with benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage emotional and behavioral crises effectively.
• Strong willingness to attend training in crisis management.
• Effective therapeutic communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement crisis intervention strategies adhering to established protocols.
• Support students emotionally, facilitating their return to regulation.
• Maintain situational awareness to proactively address escalating behaviors.

Skills

Calmness during crises

Communication skills

Collaborative skills

Education

High School or Equivalent

Tools

General classroom equipment

Job description

Douglas County School District is hiring an Educational Assistant (EA IV) for the Affective Needs Program at Soaring Hawk Elementary. The role entails providing specialized support to students with complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges.

The ideal candidate will implement crisis interventions, assist in emotional regulation, and collaborate with the special education team to foster a safe and therapeutic learning environment.

The position offers competitive pay starting at $19.84 per hour with benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.