Trauma-Informed School Aide for Special Needs

Hampton Academy; Mount Holly Township (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

401(K) with company match and stock

Job summary

Hampton Academy provides individualized, trauma-focused support and education for students aged 6 and older. The program serves children with anxiety, school avoidance, social challenges, mood disorders, and related needs, aiming to help them return to their sending district.

The staff duties include organizing and supervising students, assisting with de-escalation, arrival/dismissal, classroom projects, and field trips while following the Hampton Academy handbook and participating in staff

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Associate, Bachelor’s degree and/or college level coursework in education related field preferred.
• One to three years experience working with special needs children at the middle/high school level.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and school staff.
• Knowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate special education classroom practices.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and supervises students in all settings.
• Assists in de-escalation of students.
• Assists with arrival and dismissal of students.
• Assists students with various projects, crafts, and curriculum tasks.
• Helps with the supervision of children during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
• Informs assigned teacher or disciplinarian of any serious infractions of discipline rules by students.
• Aids physically handicapped children, particularly those who rely upon appliances and prosthetics.
• Attends staff training of Handle with Care procedures and UHS De-escalation.
• Follows procedures and protocol as outlined in the Hampton Academy Staff Handbook and Policy Manual.
• Participates in in-service training as directed.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the administrator or teacher.
• Performs other tasks as requested by the Assistant Director, Executive Director, and/or his/her designee.

Skills

Communication skills

Student support

De-escalation

Discipline handling

Education

High School Diploma

Associate/Bachelor’s degree in education related field

Job description

Hampton Academy provides individualized, trauma-focused support and education for students aged 6 and older. The program serves children with anxiety, school avoidance, social challenges, mood disorders, and related needs, aiming to help them return to their sending district.

The staff duties include organizing and supervising students, assisting with de-escalation, arrival/dismissal, classroom projects, and field trips while following the Hampton Academy handbook and participating in staff