What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student aide/classroom assistant part-time (3 days/week) position at Soulard School?
The Soulard School, a small public charter school in St. Louis City, is seeking a part-time Elementary classroom and student aide to join our school community for the 2026-27 school year. This role would provide general assistance to classrooms and help supervise lunches, as well as also include scheduled one-on-one support to students in the classroom with special education needs. Position would be a set weekly schedule of 20-29 hours/week.
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Major Responsibilities
- Provide individualized support for students with special education needs within the regular classroom.
- Support classroom and/or “extended core” teachers - PE, Studio Art, Performing Arts/Strings, Nutrition and STEAM.
- Provide supervision during daily recess and lunches.
- Collaborate with Special Education Coordinator and classroom teachers to ensure that the student(s) make(s) progress toward academic, behavioral and social goals as established in an IEP.
- Collect data and follow protocols for student(s) as directed by the Special Education Coordinator.
Education and Experience
- College degree and experience in elementary setting preferred
- Passing score on Paraprofessional Assessment test, or documentation of 60 hours of college credit required.
Required Skills and Abilities
- Warm and supportive attitude and disposition toward working with children and their families.
- Reliable in attendance.
- Willing to accept supervision from administrators in order to improve work performance.
- Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Physically able to perform the job of a teacher of young children.
General Pay and Contract Provisions
- Hourly position with set weekly schedule of 20-29 hours/week depending on availability and duties, with hours primarily 9:00-3:00.
- To begin as soon as possible.
- Hourly rate depending on experience, $20-22/hour.
- Position includes paid time off.
Salary : $20 - $22