Inclusion Aide - Extended Learning - KK

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Inclusion Aide – Extended Learning supports individual students or small groups of students to enhance learning, promote inclusion, and ensure safety and well-being in both classroom and after-school settings. This position provides academic, behavioral, and medical support; assists program staff in maintaining a productive program environment; and fosters student independence and positive social interactions in the Extended Learning program settings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional & Academic Support

• Assist individuals or small groups of students with academic work, instructional exercises, classroom projects, and special assignments.

• Reinforce program lessons and instructions under the direction of the Youth Leader or Site Director.

• Support students with understanding and completing learning materials to promote independence and success.

• Prepare, adapt, and organize instructional materials and supplies to enhance student learning.

• Provide academic homework assistance during the Extended Learning program and contribute ideas for inclusive enrichment activities and clubs.

Behavioral & Social-Emotional Support

• Develop, implement, and model behavior support and intervention plans using positive behavior strategies.

• Provide emotional support, encouragement, and role modeling to promote appropriate behavior and social skills.

• Develop and implement social skill development techniques (e.g., social stories, peer facilitation, peer training).

• Assist in developing and implementing de-escalation strategies to support student regulation and engagement.

• Redirect inappropriate behavior and notify Site Director – Extended Learning as necessary.

Inclusion & Student Supervision

• Ensure safety, security, and well-being of assigned child(ren) at all times in classrooms, lunchrooms, outdoors, and field trips.

• Maintain visual supervision in all areas, including classrooms, auditoriums, outdoors, and other designated spaces.

• Support inclusion of assigned child(ren) within the Extended Learning program and general education environments.

• Work in the capacity of a Youth Leader when specific children are not assigned.

• Supervise day-to-day program activities and maintain appropriate staff-to-student ratios.

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with teachers, Site Directors, and Special Education staff to support students’ educational and behavioral goals.

• Communicate regularly with guardians, Site Director – Extended Learning, and school personnel to ensure coordinated support.

• Provide data and observations to teachers and specialists as assigned.

• Collaborate with Behavioral Services Program Manager 

Health, Safety & Personal Care 

• May need to provide assistance to students with their personal care needs, including toileting, hygiene, and mobility support as needed. 

• May assist with serving/feeding of lunches/snacks, and maintaining safe environments.

• May be designated to administer medications according to program policies and procedures.

Program & Administrative Support

• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe classroom or program space.

• Operate computers, educational software, and office equipment as assigned.

• Assist with developing curriculum, activities, and enrichment opportunities

• Support agency-wide communication and effective operations across all program areas.

• Perform related duties as assigned by Site Director or designee.

JOB COMPLEXITY

• Work effectively across all program service areas for Agency wide effective communication and operations

• Under HR’s direction will participate in preparing and reviewing in any legal related matters

• This position requires the ability to provide consistent and individualized support across multiple settings, adapt to varied student needs, and model positive inclusion strategies. The Inclusion Aide – Extended Learning must exercise patience, judgment, and professionalism while maintaining strong collaboration with educational and program staff.

STAFF SUPERVISION

• Ordinarily, no supervisory responsibility

COMMUNICATION

• Provide regular communication to the Site Director - Extended Learning regarding physical/emotional needs of the assigned child(ren)

• Develop and maintain