Long-Term Instructional Assistant, Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West

Position Title: Long-Term Instructional Assistant

Location: Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West - Bridge Program & Preschool Classrooms / Toledo, OH

Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment / Full-Time or Part-Time

Pay Rate: Starting at $14.00/Hour 

About the Role

Dedicated School Staffing is seeking dedicated and skilled Long-Term Instructional Assistants to provide consistent support to students and staff throughout an extended assignment. This role plays a vital part in promoting student success by assisting with instruction, supporting individualized learning needs, and helping maintain a positive, structured classroom environment. The long-term nature of this position allows the aide to build meaningful relationships, understand classroom routines, and contribute to ongoing academic and behavioral goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in implementing the educational program for students with disabilities in accordance with their IEP
• Assist the classroom teacher in adapting curriculum and instructional strategies to the needs of individual students
• Maintain clear and complete communication with teacher of record to ensure effective implementation of the student's educational plan
• Assist teacher with documentation requirements including collecting data to monitor student progress
• Assist students in completing tasks related to the educational program
• Assist classroom teacher with classroom management
• Assist students with behavior management skills
• Assist with crisis intervention when needed
• Assist teacher and students with tasks related to daily activities (e.g. lunch and/or recess duty, helping load and unload buses
• Supervise students during short-term absences of teacher from the classroom or in non-classroom settings (e.g. restrooms, cafeterias, corridors)
• Assist teacher with routine clerical tasks and maintenance of classroom
• Maintain accurate and complete student records; prepare and submit all required reports on time

• Assist in lifting and positioning students, diapering, changing clothes, feeding, G-tube feeding, and other care giving activities as needed

   

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid educational aide permit or higher teaching license (as required by state regulations)
• Clean criminal background checks
• Ability to follow teacher direction, adapt to student needs, and remain patient and calm
• Flexibility, empathy, and a commitment to student growth
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Physical ability to support students who may require lifting, mobility assistance, or crisis intervention
• Adherence to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators 

• Additional requirements for Preschool classrooms

   

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher educational experience
• Experience working with children, especially those with disabilities
• Familiarity with intervention strategies, behavior supports, or small-group instruction
• Certification in Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) 

• Experience with Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) 

   

What We Offer

• Consistent schedule for the duration of the assignment
• Opportunities to build long-term experience in education
• Potential pathways to other school-based roles
• Options for minor medical benefits
• Enrollment in School Employees Retirement System (SERS)

For more information about Dedicated School Staffing, please visit our website: www.dedicatedschoolstaffing.com.