Intensive Needs Aide I — IEP Support, Rural AK, Part-Time

Mertarvik School c/o Ayaprun School; Alaska; On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Lower Kuskokwim School District in Mertarvik, Alaska seeks an Intensive Needs Aide I to support intensive needs students under supervision. The role emphasizes instruction aligned with IEPs, record-keeping, and cross-cultural collaboration in a rural Alaskan setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and preference for Yup’ik/English bilingual ability. The position is part-time with ongoing training requirements and opportunities to grow with the team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual in Yup’ik and English preferred.
• Experience with special needs students in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to carry out instructional activities with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to participate in training as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teachers, students and parents.
• Ability to keep accurate records and reports.
• Mandatory 6 hours of yearly training as required by State Law.
• Ability to live and work in a cross-cultural, rural Alaskan environment.

Responsibilities

• Under teacher supervision, prepare activities for specific students.
• Work with specific students to present and reinforce lessons.
• Set up and operate equipment needed for activities.
• Assist students with daily living skills.
• Check notebooks, correct papers, supervise tests and make-up work.
• Participate in in-service training related to the student.
• Assist with supervision during lunch, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
• Notify teacher of any problems or special information.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical behavior about students and staff.
• Maintain responsibility and positive attitude toward students and staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Instructional activities

Effective communication

Record keeping

Confidentiality

Cross-cultural rural Alaska

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lower Kuskokwim School District in Mertarvik, Alaska seeks an Intensive Needs Aide I to support intensive needs students under supervision. The role emphasizes instruction aligned with IEPs, record-keeping, and cross-cultural collaboration in a rural Alaskan setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and preference for Yup’ik/English bilingual ability. The position is part-time with ongoing training requirements and opportunities to grow with the team.