Student Support Assistant: Lahaina, Maui, HI
$39,520–$56,160 year
On-site · Lahaina, Hawaii, United States
Job Summary
Bezos Academy is hiring a Student Support Assistant in Lahaina, Maui to collaborate with classroom teaching teams and support children with diverse learning, behavioral, and developmental needs across Montessori-inspired preschools. The role involves implementing MTSS with Lead and Assistant Teachers, preparing instructional materials, supervising students, supporting social-emotional development, assisting with transitions and routines, and partnering with families to support each child’s progress. The position includes relocation support, a 35-hour workweek, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to engage in MTSS meetings and school-wide initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- Age 18 with high school diploma or GED
- Four or more years of professional experience as an aide, assistant, paraprofessional, or lead teacher of children ages 3-5
- Experience implementing strategies from student individualized education plans (IEPs) or other student support and behavior plans
- Ability to pass background checks, tuberculosis screenings, and trainings required by the state of Hawaii to supervise children independently
- Skill in collaborating with families, the community, school staff, school leadership, and others to build trusting relationships and partnerships
- Ability to independently supervise, communicate effectively with, and care for young children safely, including ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
- Ability to consistently attend work as scheduled to ensure proper staff-to-child classroom ratios
- Familiarity with Hawaii and Hawaiian culture
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