Educational Assistant IV - Student Assistance

Douglas County School District; Inverness; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in the UK is seeking an Educational Assistant IV to provide assistance to teachers and support at-risk students. The successful candidate will collaborate with educational teams and contribute to life skills instruction. Qualifications include a High School diploma, effective communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. The position offers a full-time schedule with a competitive salary ranging from $20.35 to $26.92 per hour, and eligibility for various benefits including health and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plan options

Paid sick and personal time

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in instruction and provide clerical support.
• Knowledge in the high school curriculum preferred.
• Experience working with at-risk students, IEP students, and monitoring behavioral support.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in daily lessons and activities.
• Support students’ behavioral needs and life skills instruction.
• Communicate with parents and educational teams as needed.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders

Strong organizational and time management skills

Education

High School or Equivalent

Tools

Computer Skills for Word Processing

Job description

Educational Assistant IV - Student Assistance page is loaded## Educational Assistant IV - Student Assistancelocations: Inverness Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: April 7, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: Req-00078809## Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out.*REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only!*## **Job Posting Title:**Educational Assistant IV - Student Assistance## Job Description:Provides assistance to teachers; assists in instruction, provides some clerical support; may provide assistance with a variety of daily functions such as behavior support as well as life skills instruction; implement daily and long-range lessons. Students served are involved in the judicial system, are truant, expelled, may have sexual offenses, weapons charges, and/or have undiagnosed mental health conditions. Collaborates and consults with team and other specialists. Use computer skills for word processing; database and spreadsheets. Assist with online grading, progress monitoring, daily one-on-one academic support. Knowledge in high school curriculum, preferred. ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: - Mostly clean and comfortable - Some noise ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Occasional lifting five (5) to ten (10) pounds - Frequent sitting - Occasional bending, squatting, or standing## Position Specific Information (if Applicable):## Responsibilities:Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.May be responsible for at-risk students in the classroom supervision in the absence of the teacher.Remain aware of student mental health needs in cases of threat assessments, safety plans.Work with students (including IEP students) who may be upset and removed from the classroom.Be prepared to support student’s behavior needs as well as life skills instruction.Support daily and long-range lessons and activities under the direction of a certified teacher to meet student goals.Communicate with parents and other school personnel as needed.Collaborate and consult with educational team on various activities, planning and resource allocations.Respect confidentiality regarding student needs and abilities.## Certifications:## Education:High School or Equivalent (Required)## Skills:Ability to use general office and classroom equipment, Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Effective oral and written communication skills, Maintains a generally positive attitude, Observes all District policies and procedures, Strong organizational and time management skills, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions## Position Type:Regular## Primary Location:Inverness Campus## One Year Only (Yes or No):No## Scheduled Hours Per Week:37.5## FTE:0.94## Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:180 Work Days* *(260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)*## **Minimum Hire Rate:**$20.35 USD Hourly## **Maximum Hire Rate:**$26.92 USD Hourly## Full Salary Range:$20.35 USD - $33.48 USD Hourly* *All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.*## Benefits:This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.## Time Off Plans:This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.## This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:April 7, 2026**Proud to Be DCSD - 65 Years of Excellence** A career in Colorado's Douglas County School District is a chance to be part of something incredibly important and fulfilling. Spanning over 850 square miles, Douglas County School District offers a variety of communities ranging from small rural farm towns to large and fast-growing suburban neighborhoods. At the heart of it all is a love and dedication to family and a unity of purpose around ensuring that each and every one of our community’s 61,000+ students receives the education needed to have the brightest future possible. **Unity of Purpose**DCSD’s Board of Education adopted the following goals for our school district – and our leaders, educators and support staff work diligently to incorporate these values in everything they do.1. Academic Excellence2. Outstanding Educators and Staff3. Safe, Positive Climate and Culture4. Collaborative Relations with Parents and Community5. Financial Well-Being**Students Are at the Center of What We Do**In Douglas County, we know that working in education is more than a job - it’s a calling. Every day our dedicated team of educators guides our community’s future leaders by encouraging them to ask questions, explore new ideas, and solve problems. Our school leaders and staff put students first in everything they do and work hard to ensure that our educators have the tools they need to provide every student the best education possible. **Every Student is Unique**In Douglas County, we understand that no two students are the same. Each has a unique learning style and needs. We also know that students want and deserve multiple options for life after high school. We support all students, whether their goal is to go on to a four-year college, join the military, or directly enter the workforce. We have the programs and know-how to ensure our students are successful in whatever they choose to do after high school. **Every Employee Matters. 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