STEM School Elementary Educational Aide

Wright State University; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright State University seeks a STEM School Elementary Educational Aide to support student learning and assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management during the school year.

You will help with classroom logistics, reinforce instructional goals, and contribute to a positive learning environment while maintaining safety and organization.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Ohio Department of Education Educational Aide Permit by the first day of school
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and maintain a positive, student-focused approach
• Must pass a background check
• A high school diploma or training and experience that are considered equivalent.

Responsibilities

• 70% – Instructional Support: Assist teachers with lesson implementation, classroom activities, and student engagement. Support positive behavior strategies and help manage classroom routines.

Skills

Collaborative work

Classroom management

Communication with staff/parents

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Ohio Educational Aide Permit

Job description

STEM School Elementary Educational Aide

EEO Statement | Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title | STEM School Elementary Educational Aide

Job Category: | Administrative (exempt/non-exempt)

Department | College of Health, Education and Human Services

EEO number: | 26H344

Position FTE | 100%

Minimum Annual Salary | $20.00/hr

Salary Band: | UC HR4

Job Summary/Basic Function: | The STEM Educational Aide at the elementary level plays a vital role in supporting both students and educators by reinforcing instructional goals, managing classroom activities, and contributing to a positive and productive learning environment. This position includes assisting with lesson delivery, supporting student behavior and engagement, and helping with classroom logistics and organization. The position is a school year only, while students are in session.

• Must have valid Ohio Department of Education Educational Aide Permit by the first day of school
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and maintain a positive, student-focused approach
• Must pass a background check
• A high school diploma or training and experience that are considered equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications | Experience and/or training with elementary aged students

• 70% – Instructional Support: Assist teachers with lesson implementation, classroom activities, and student engagement. Support positive behavior strategies and help manage classroom routines. Reinforce learning objectives in both individual and small-group settings.
• 10% – Communication: Maintain professional communication with teachers, staff, students and parent about student progress and needs
• 10% – Specialized Support: Provide targeted and/or specialized support to students with specific academic or behavioral needs
• 10% - School Support as needed: Help with lunch duties, bus duties, and dismissal duties Other assignments as assigned

Working Conditions | This is a grant funded position with continuation dependent on funding. Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply. To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources. Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Posting Date | 07/27/2026

First Consideration Date | 08/05/2026

Closing Date |

Open Until Filled | Yes

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV

3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy., Dayton, OH 45435 USA