Instructional Aide

Majority Women Employee-Owned. Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives.OverviewGenesee Lake School, a MyPath company, is a nationally recognized employee-owned provider of educational, vocational, and therapeutic residential services. These programs support adolescents, teenagers and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders, anxiety and mood disorders, and complex trauma. Your work will help them live their best lives, all while carving a career path for yourself as an employee owner at MyPath.To succeed in this role, you must show an understanding of the emotional and developmental disabilities of the people you serve. When you join our team, you will be enrolled in our training program designed to build the skills and confidence needed to meet your job requirements and build your career with us.To succeed in this role, you must show an understanding of the emotional and developmental disabilities of the people you serve. When you join our team, you will be enrolled in our training program designed to build the skills and confidence needed to meet your job requirements and build your career with us.As an Instructional Aide, you will:Meet with classroom teacher and/or immediate supervisor to discuss daily activities, academics, behaviors, social and/or medical concerns related to the students.Complete and submit paperwork, lesson plans, instructional data, and behavior data in a timely fashion as scheduled per students assigned.Use Agency-approved treatment techniques in supervising and educating students.Demonstrate familiarity with behavior management and behavior education techniques used at GLS.Act as a role model and set an appropriate example for students, staff, and the community.Demonstrate familiarity with curriculum by using resources to implement students’ program under the direction and training of the classroom teacher and the Education/Learning Coordinator.Engage students in active learning.Provide constructive criticism and feedback for staff working within the classroom setting and ensures that Education Department policies are withheld.Qualifications:Must be at least 21 years oldMinimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in related field preferredAt least one year of experience working with special needs students preferredIs eligible for Instructional Aide license through the State of Wisconsin Department of Public InstructionA demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment and effectively solve problemsAbility to remain calm under pressure while maintaining self-composure and self-controlEffective working alone and as a member of a teamSchedule & Benefit InformationThis is classified as a benefit-eligible 1st shift position. Hours will follow our school schedule which is on-going year round. During times when the students do not have school (holidays, vacations) there will not be scheduled hours, but there is an option to pick up in our residential program. During our summer session when students are in school for shortened days, there may be fewer hours.All full-time employees of Genesee Lake School are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including:HealthDentalVisionMedical FSADependent Care FSA401(k)Education AssistanceEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee Discount ProgramGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Holiday PayCompany Paid Short-Term & Long-Term DisabilityCompany Paid Life and AD&DVoluntary Life InsurancePet InsuranceEmergency Travel AssistanceGuardian Angels Program (GAP)Student Loan Paydown AssistanceFree meals & coffeeAdditional InformationMyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter.Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional in supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath.Our CultureAt MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors:PassionAccountabilityTeamworkOpennessContinuous Learning and InnovationAs an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You’ll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless!MyPath is proudly Majority Women Employee-Owned, with women leading at every level from the frontline to the boardroom. Our strength comes from all of us. Every Owner, regardless of gender, plays a vital role in shaping our culture, driving our mission, and building a workplace where opportunity and ownership are shared by all.MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace the unique characteristics, abilities, and life experiences of our employees and believe that equitable and inclusive practices are essential to our success. We value the diversity of our Owners, the individuals we serve, and the communities we engage with. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oconomowoc Development Training Center of Wisconsin LLC