Instructional Aide

Uncommon Schools; New York (NY); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Uncommon Schools is looking for an Instructional Aide to support daily school operations. This part-time position includes tasks such as student supervision and administrative duties, requiring strong organizational skills and a high school diploma. The role offers competitive compensation and professional development opportunities in an enriching education environment.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Extensive training and development

Comprehensive health benefits

Financial planning assistance

Paid leave options

Mental health and counseling support

Qualifications

• Evidence of self-motivation and teamwork.
• Energetic with a willingness to learn.
• Strong sense of personal responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support including data entry and supply organization.
• Supervise students and assist with health/safety protocols.
• Support school operations such as arrival, dismissal, and mealtimes.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

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Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

Job Description

The Instructional Aide position is a unique role that is responsible for providing support for the day to day operations of the school operations. The School Aide is responsible for administering and operating support services as assigned by the manager.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support including but not limited to data entry, making photocopies, restocking supplies, organizing classroom materials, etc.
• Collect packages and transport to office spaces
• Provide short term student supervision when needed
• Assist school personnel with health and safety protocols
• Support execution of school systems (e.g. Breakfast, Arrival, Dismissal, Meal Times)
• Provide student supervision in hallways
• Other support duties as assigned by manager
  
  

Qualifications

• QUALIFICATIONS
• Evidence of self-motivation, willingness to be a team player, and has a strong sense of personal responsibility;
• Ideal candidates are hard-working, urgent, energetic, and are willing to learn and adapt;
• Is extremely reflective and constantly wants to improve;
• is flexible and enjoys dealing with unpredictability;
• A strong candidate will possess strong organizational skills, communication skills (particularly with children), and problem solving skills;
• Interest in performing a critical support role and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, results-oriented environment;
• EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND WORK EXPERIENCE
• High School Diploma; Passion for working with K-12 students.
  
  

Additional Information

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is$18 per hour.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
• 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
• A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.
  

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email [e-mail].

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