Student Support Assistant

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers with the individualized learning, behavioral, and developmental needs of various students
• Help implement strategies in alignment with formal student support and/or behavior plans
• Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials and maintaining an orderly classroom environment
• Provide support for children with diverse learning needs in small group settings
• Actively supervise students in and out of the classroom to ensure safety and emotional needs are met
• Assist in supporting children’s toileting routines and transitions
• Support positive social-emotional skill development through modeling and reinforcement
• Monitor student progress and collaborate with teaching teams to adjust strategies
• Support families in understanding their child’s needs using a strengths-based approach
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with local and federal regulations
• Participate in team meetings, staff development, and MTSS meetings

Requirements

• Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
• Four or more years of professional experience as an aide, assistant, paraprofessional, or lead teacher for children ages 3-5
• Experience implementing IEPs or other student support and behavior plans
• Ability to pass background checks and tuberculosis screenings required by the state of Hawaii
• Skill in collaborating with families, community, and school staff
• Ability to independently supervise and care for young children safely
• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
• Familiarity with Hawaii and Hawaiian culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of special education experience (infancy through third grade)
• Associate’s degree in early childhood education or relevant post-secondary coursework
• Experience working with families in low-income communities
• Proficiency or fluency in Spanish or Hawaiian
• Knowledge of Montessori pedagogy
• Experience in culturally responsive and trauma-informed teaching practices

About the Company

Bezos Academy provides high-quality, tuition-free, Montessori-inspired preschools in under-resourced communities.