Fairport Harbor ESCWR - Substitute Aide

ESC of the Western Reserve; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 19,889 - 28,326; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness and preventive benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term disability benefits

Enrollment in School Employees Retirement System

Job summary

A regional educational service center in Painesville, Ohio, seeks part-time Substitute Aides to assist students with special needs for the 2025-2026 school year. This role requires a high school diploma and background checks, with training provided for those without formal experience. Starting pay is $17.50 per hour. The ideal candidate is caring, compassionate, and eager to make a positive impact on youth. Benefits include wellness, medical, and retirement plans offered through the School Employees Retirement System.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successfully completed BCI & FBI background checks on file with the Ohio Department of Education.
• Aide permit issued by the Ohio Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional, physical, and socio-emotional assistance to students.
• Support students with Individual Education Plans.

Job description

Fairport Harbor ESCWR - Substitute Aide

The Renhill Group ESC of the Western Reserve - Painesville, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5514045

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Feb 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Renhill Group is currently looking for caring, compassionate individuals to work on a substitute (part‑time, on‑call) basis as an Educational Aide/Student Assistant at the ESC of Western Reserve in Fairport Harbor, Ohio for the 2025-2026 school year.

An Educational Aide/Student Assistant provides instructional, physical, and socio‑emotional assistance in a caring and nurturing environment to meet the unique needs of students with Individual Education Plans.

No formal experience? No problem. Renhill Group's online training courses designed by current and former school district administrators will give you the knowledge and confidence you need to ensure your success in the classroom.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• BCI & FBI background checks
  • Completed within the past 12 months and on file with the Ohio Department of Education
  • Renhill Group offers background checks at one of the area’s lowest rates ($55), if you do not already have them
• Aide permit issued by the Ohio Department of Education
  • Renhill Group will assist you in obtaining your permit if needed. Permit costs $25 and payment is made directly to the Ohio Department of Education

Enrollment in School Employees Retirement System (SERS) with 14% employer match.

Wellness/preventative, fixed indemnity medical, dental, vision, term life, and short‑term disability benefits offered.

If you have the desire to make a positive impact on our youth or would like help in deciding if this is the right position for you, we would love to speak with you!

Renhill Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $17.50 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required