Position Type:
Support Staff/Instructional Assistant
Date Posted:
7/21/2026
Location:
Cottonwood Elementary
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
08/12/2026
Purpose: The Student Success Aide will work closely with the principal, counselor, and classroom teachers to implement targeted interventions that help general education students in kindergarten and first grade develop self-regulation, focus, and organization.
Qualifications:
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Have a high school diploma or a GED certificate and
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Complete 48 hours at an institution of higher education* OR
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Obtain an associate's (or higher) degree OR
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Pass a State approved assessment that assesses the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or reading, writing, mathematics readiness).
Supervisor: Building principal
Performance Responsibilities (under the direct supervision of certified staff):
1. Direct Student Support
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Skill Coaching: Assist students in real-time with "brain skills" such as impulse control, emotional regulation, task initiation, and cognitive flexibility.
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Scaffolding: Break down multi-step classroom directions into manageable "micro-tasks" for students who struggle with working memory.
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Visual Supports: Implement and maintain individual visual schedules, "first-then" boards, and checklist systems to help students navigate transitions.
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Redirection: Provide gentle, proactive cues to help students maintain focus during whole-group instruction and independent centers.
2. Collaborative Strategy & Implementation
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Team Consultation: Meet regularly with the School Counselor and or School Principal to learn specific behavioral strategies and with Classroom Teachers to align support with daily lesson plans.
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Data Collection: Maintain brief, objective logs on student progress regarding specific executive functioning goals.
3. Emotional & Social Mentorship
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Co-Regulation: Act as a calm presence for students experiencing frustration, modeling "think-aloud" strategies to solve problems.
Social Scripting: Guide students through peer interactions, helping them practice turn-taking and "flexible thinking" during play-based learning.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: At will
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
