Substitute Intensive Needs Aide I

Unalaska City School District; Nunapitchuk (AK); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Unalaska City School District is seeking a substitute to provide services to intensive needs students based on their Individualized Educational Plan (IEP).Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, proficiency in Yup’ik and English preferred, and experience with special needs students. The role involves working closely with students, assisting with non-instructional duties, and maintaining confidentiality. This position requires effective communication and a willingness to participate in training programs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual in Yup’ik and English preferred.
• Experience working with young people with special needs in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to carry out instructional activities with minimum supervision.
• Willingness to participate in training programs.
• Current first aid/CPR certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works with specific students to present and reinforce lessons planned by the teacher.
• Sets up and operates equipment required by specific students.
• Assists students with non-instructional classroom duties.
• Supervises students during lunch and play periods.
• Alerts the teacher of any problems regarding students.

Skills

Bilingual in Yup’ik and English

Effective communication with teachers, students, and parents

Experience with special needs students

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 aid/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 specific students 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.