Job Description:

Bismarck Public Schools is accepting applications for an Instructional Aide in RenewEd.

This position will work 30-35 hours per week.

Purpose Statement
The role of the RenewEd Instructional Aide involves providing a variety of complex support processes to the instructional program within the assigned setting(s). The primary responsibilities include assisting in the daily care of students with significant learning challenges, observing and documenting academic and emotional progress, implementing plans for instruction, and addressing the special healthcare needs of students. This role also supports students with significant social-emotional or behavioral health needs. Programs have a strong focus on social and emotional learning, skill-building for independence, and transitioning students back to their home schools. Communication, trauma informed practices, and collaboration are all valuable skills for this position. This position will support students in a variety of programs and settings by implementing student plans, documenting student behavior, and providing information to teachers and/or other personnel.

Supervisory Relationship
Reports to: Building Administrator(s)

Essential Functions
Supervise students in alternative settings, home schools, and the community
Implement individualized learning plans, collect data, and collaborate on program development
Maintain accurate records for the program
Collaborate with program staff on individual student programs, building systems, and processes
Provide feedback (verbal or written) on observations to teachers and other personnel regarding student progress
Adapt or modify instructional activities under the direction of the teacher or program staff to support and reinforce student learning
Attend meetings and in-service presentations as directed by the building administrator (e.g., CPI, MANDT, emergency procedures) to acquire job-related information
Operate equipment, such as assistive technology devices, to support instructional program
Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the classroom, schools, and in the community

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including pertinent software applications.
Perform multiple tasks with the potential need to update skills to meet changing job conditions.
 
Knowledge
Behavior and crisis management techniques, instructional methods, and high school curriculum.
Basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios. 

Abilities
Flexibility to work with diverse individuals and groups and handle interruptions.
Maintain confidentiality and work effectively with staff and students in varied environments.
Analyze issues, solve problems, and develop action plans. 

Responsibility
Work under limited supervision and within standardized practices/methods. Lead, guide, and coordinate others when necessary. The role has a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

 
Work Environment
The job requires some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, as well as fine finger dexterity. The work involves 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience
Experience working with high school students is preferred

Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required

Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Primary Location    -RenewEd
Salary Range    -$19.59 - $23.81 / Per Hour
Shift Type    -Part-Time

Salary Grade
SI - SM on the Support Staff Salary Schedule