Substitute Intensive Needs Aide I

Akula Elitnaurvik; Kasigluk (AK); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Lower Kuskokwim School District in Alaska seeks a Substitute Intensive Needs Aide I to support intensive needs students under IEP guidance on a part-time basis. Starting immediately, duties include reinforcing lessons, assisting with non-instructional tasks, and supervising students during meals and activities.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a preference for Yup’ik/English bilingualism, with experience in special needs settings and willingness to train further.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Bilingual in Yup’ik and English preferred.
• Experience with special needs students preferred.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to participate in future training programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist specific students with lessons and reinforce teacher plans.
• Set up and operate equipment required for students.
• Assist with non-instructional classroom duties (snack, restroom, clothing).
• Supervise students during lunch, assemblies, play, and field trips.
• Notify teacher of any issues or special information about students.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.

Skills

Communication

Cross-cultural environment

Willingness to train

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

First Aid/CPR certificate

Job description

Substitute Intensive Needs Aide I

Lower Kuskokwim School District (AK)
Akula Elitnaurvik - Kasigluk, Alaska
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Job Details

Job ID: 5335076
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 13, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

On a substitute basis, provide services to intensive needs students based on the need of the student's Individualized Educational Plan (IEP).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual in Yup’ik and English preferred.
• Demonstrated successful experience working with young people with special needs in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to carry out instructional activities with a minimum of direct supervision.
• Willingness to participate in future training programs as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teachers, students, and parents.
• Current first aide/CPR certificate preferred.
• Ability to live and work in a cross-cultural, rural Alaskan environment.
• Ability to successfully carry out the duties described below.

Duties

• Works with a specific students to present and reinforce lessons planned by the teacher.
• Sets up and operates equipment required by specific students.
• Assists the students with non-instructional classroom duties such as: snack, restroom, and clothing routines.
• Assists with the supervision of students during lunch periods, assemblies, play periods, and on field trips.
• Alerts the teacher of any problem or special information about the students.
• Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and fellow employees as is expected of teachers.
• Maintains a sense of responsibility and positive attitude toward students and fellow employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $15 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Erin Haviland
• PO BOX 305
• BETHEL, Alaska 99559
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]