Breakthrough Public Schools
Breakthrough Public Schools (BPS) is seeking
Instructional Aides
for the 2024-25 school year. Teaching at Breakthrough Public Schools is a rewarding experience where dedicated staff work to impact more than 3,000 students across 10, tuition-free, schools serving grades K-8. Breakthrough has been recognized as the top-performing network of K-8 charter schools in Cleveland, honored by local, state, and national organizations for excellence in teaching, leadership, and student achievement. Each day we continue our mission to build equitable, anti-racist environments and cultures in our schools where scholars and adults can grow and thrive. We provide opportunities for educators to grow as professionals and build leadership skills to expand their impact in the classroom, within their school, or in the Breakthrough network.
Roles and responsibilities of the Instructional Aide include:
Assist scholars with all instructional and non-instructional tasks as assigned by the teacher You may be assigned to one student as a 1:1 Aide Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of scholar(s) at all times Support/Assist the lead teacher, including but not limited to: Preparing and setting up activities Implementing portions of the lessons as directed by the lead teacher Assisting in keeping the classroom and storage areas clean, neat, and orderly Attending weekly classroom/team meetings Be familiar with state Special Education regulations Review with teacher or IEP team to become familiar with the scholar's Individualized Educational Plan Assist with non-instructional duties as required Qualifications and Characteristics
Relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of scholars in and out of the classroom Grit and perseverance to work within a fast-paced, evolving environment Commitment to use data and technology to personalize learning for scholars Commitment and enthusiasm for working with ethnically & economically diverse scholars Ability to model, live, and reinforce the school's core values inside and outside the classroom with colleagues, scholars, and parents Optimism, resiliency, curiosity, a sense of humor, and a burning passion for personal growth and scholar success Education and/or Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Associates Degree preferred Excellent verbal, listening, and written communication skills and the ability to work well with a team Current Educational Aide Permit or qualified to be licensed as an Educational Aide through the Ohio Department of Education
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Performs work in an office setting with moderate levels of noise, sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion using computers and phones, with exposure to fluorescent lighting
DISCLAIMER:
The information outlined in this job posting indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.
Breakthrough Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or national origin.
ANY PERSON WHO KNOWINGLY MAKES A FALSE STATEMENT IS GUILTY OF FALISIFCATION UNDER SECTION 2921.13 OF THE REVISED CODE, WHICH IS A MISDEMEANOR OF THE FIRST DEGREE
Instructional Aides
for the 2024-25 school year. Teaching at Breakthrough Public Schools is a rewarding experience where dedicated staff work to impact more than 3,000 students across 10, tuition-free, schools serving grades K-8. Breakthrough has been recognized as the top-performing network of K-8 charter schools in Cleveland, honored by local, state, and national organizations for excellence in teaching, leadership, and student achievement. Each day we continue our mission to build equitable, anti-racist environments and cultures in our schools where scholars and adults can grow and thrive. We provide opportunities for educators to grow as professionals and build leadership skills to expand their impact in the classroom, within their school, or in the Breakthrough network.
Roles and responsibilities of the Instructional Aide include:
Assist scholars with all instructional and non-instructional tasks as assigned by the teacher You may be assigned to one student as a 1:1 Aide Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of scholar(s) at all times Support/Assist the lead teacher, including but not limited to: Preparing and setting up activities Implementing portions of the lessons as directed by the lead teacher Assisting in keeping the classroom and storage areas clean, neat, and orderly Attending weekly classroom/team meetings Be familiar with state Special Education regulations Review with teacher or IEP team to become familiar with the scholar's Individualized Educational Plan Assist with non-instructional duties as required Qualifications and Characteristics
Relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of scholars in and out of the classroom Grit and perseverance to work within a fast-paced, evolving environment Commitment to use data and technology to personalize learning for scholars Commitment and enthusiasm for working with ethnically & economically diverse scholars Ability to model, live, and reinforce the school's core values inside and outside the classroom with colleagues, scholars, and parents Optimism, resiliency, curiosity, a sense of humor, and a burning passion for personal growth and scholar success Education and/or Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Associates Degree preferred Excellent verbal, listening, and written communication skills and the ability to work well with a team Current Educational Aide Permit or qualified to be licensed as an Educational Aide through the Ohio Department of Education
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Performs work in an office setting with moderate levels of noise, sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion using computers and phones, with exposure to fluorescent lighting
DISCLAIMER:
The information outlined in this job posting indicates the general nature and type of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities or competencies required of employees within this classification.
Breakthrough Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or national origin.
ANY PERSON WHO KNOWINGLY MAKES A FALSE STATEMENT IS GUILTY OF FALISIFCATION UNDER SECTION 2921.13 OF THE REVISED CODE, WHICH IS A MISDEMEANOR OF THE FIRST DEGREE