Part Time I-Ed Educational Assistant 2026-2027 School Year

About the role

The I-ed Educational Assistant works one-on-one or in small groups of students to support academic interventions and to promote student success in their classroom. Working under the supervision of a licensed I-ed faculty member, the I-ed Educational Assistant is responsible for ensuring students with diagnosed learning, physical and social-emotional needs are supported as they receive best-practice instruction. This position will support the school’s ability to help those with existing and emerging needs to meet their God-given potential and succeed within the framework of RCS and the I-ed standards.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Build Christ-centered relationships with students, families, and staff
• Provide support in multiple settings including the general education classroom, a small group setting, or individualized learning environment.
• Responsible for providing one-on-one support directly to an individual student in the areas of academics, behavior management, and life skills.
• Provide modified lessons or assignments, as needed.
• Attend and observe recess, specials, chapel, and lunch with the student—interacting as needed.
• Responsible for consulting and communicating with classroom teachers, parents, and I-ed staff to ensure growth and safety in the room.
• Participate in team meetings and professional development, attending training by I-ed staff, along with receiving district training for Crisis Prevention Intervention.
• Direct report on data and progress to the Individualized Education Director.

Skills

• Skilled at communication.
• Email communication that demonstrates proficiency and professionalism.
• Skilled at basic math.
• Skilled at implementing school elements of technology.
• Skilled at customer service including attentive and active listening with all staff, students, parents/guardians and community members. Represent the school in a favorable and professional manner to all.
• Skilled at critical thinking and problem solving.
• Skilled at adapting to student needs within changing environments.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations set forth by the RCS Employee, I-ed, and Student-Parent Handbooks and ACSI Practices in Christian Schools.
• Knowledge of mandated reporting of child abuse and neglect.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google suite, and other department-related software packages.

Abilities

• Able to recognize child abuse and child neglect signs and symptoms.
• Able to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Able to biblically integrate special class instruction.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Able to diffuse and manage stressful situations.
• Able to work in a team environment and work effectively with other departments to accomplish goals.
• Able to work independently with little or no supervision.

Compensation and Benefits

• Wage: $20/hr
• Available benefits: Sick

Qualifications

• A high school diploma is required.
• Experience in supporting neurodiverse students in any setting is preferred.
• A special education license or endorsement is preferred.
• Working knowledge of best practices and strategies, as well as the understanding of diverse student learning styles and needs is preferred.
• Must have a character of patience and a deep love for students. Top candidates would thrive on adapting to changing environments and priorities.
• This candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to work productively and meet benchmarks and goals in a timely fashion. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are critical for this role.

Physical Requirements

This I-ed EA position requires intermittent physical activity including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and lifting of up to 60 lbs on occasion. Must be able to talk, hear, stand, sit, and/or walk for extended periods of time. Must possess normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination.