Substitute Educational Aide, Van Buren Local Schools

Position Title: Substitute Educational Aide

Location: Van Buren Local Schools / Van Buren, OH

Employment Type: As Needed / Part-Time / On-Call

Pay Rate: $12.50/Hour

About the Role

Dedicated School Staffing is seeking reliable and compassionate Substitute Educational Aides to support students and staff when regular personnel are absent. This position is key to maintaining a safe, supportive, and productive classroom environment. Substitute aides assist with classroom instruction, provide individualized student support, and help ensure consistency across general and special education settings.

Key Responsibilities

Assist classroom teachers with instruction, classroom activities, and supervision

Provide one-on-one and small-group support, including students with special needs

Implement accommodations and modifications as directed by the teacher or intervention specialist

Support students with daily routines such as organization, transitions, and classroom engagement

Supervise students in a variety of settings including classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, and during arrival/dismissal

Help maintain a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment

Follow lesson plans, behavior plans, and established safety procedures

Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and administrators

Document student observations, incidents, or progress as required

Required Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older

High school diploma or equivalent required

Valid Ohio educational aide permit or higher teaching license (per state regulations)

Clean criminal background check with no disqualifying offenses

Ability to work with children in a patient, professional, and supportive manner

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow direction and adapt to different classrooms and student needs

Physical ability to assist students when needed (mobility or classroom support tasks)

Compliance with the Ohio Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Educators

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience working with children in educational or childcare settings

Experience supporting students with disabilities

Training in behavior management or de-escalation strategies

What We Offer

Flexible, as-needed scheduling

Opportunities to gain experience in school-based environments

Potential for long-term substitute assignments

Pathways to additional education-related roles

Optional access to basic medical benefits

Eligibility for enrollment in the School Employees Retirement System (SERS)