Substitute Intensive Needs Aide I

Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik; Kongiganak (AK); On-site; USD 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A school district in Alaska is seeking a part-time Substitute Intensive Needs Aide I to support intensive needs students in a school setting. The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED and experience working with special needs students. Responsibilities include assisting with lessons, supervising students during activities, and maintaining confidentiality. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of $15 and requires strong communication skills as well as the ability to work in a rural Alaskan environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated successful experience working with young people with special needs in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to live and work in a cross-cultural, rural Alaskan environment.
• Current first aide/CPR certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works with a specific student to present and reinforce lessons planned by the teacher.
• Assists the students with non-instructional classroom duties such as: snack, restroom, and clothing routines.
• Alerts the teacher of any problem or special information about the students.

Skills

Bilingual in Yup'ik and English

Experience with special needs students

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Substitute Intensive Needs Aide I

Lower Kuskokwim School District (AK) Ayagina'ar Elitnaurvik - Kongiganak, Alaska Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Lower Kuskokwim School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5335235
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

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

Duties

1. Works with a specific student to present and reinforce lessons planned by the teacher.
2. Sets up and operates equipment required by specific students.
3. Assists the students with non-instructional classroom duties such as: snack, restroom, and clothing routines.
4. Assists with the supervision of students during lunch periods, assemblies, play periods, and on field trips.
5. Alerts the teacher of any problem or special information about the students.
6. Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and fellow employees as is expected of teachers.
7. Maintains a sense of responsibility and positive attitude toward students and fellow employees.
8. 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]