Substitute Educational Aide, Orange City Schools

Position Title: Substitute Educational Aide

Location: Orange City Schools / Pepper Pike, OH

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

Pay Rate: $14.00 $15.00/Hour

About the Role

Dedicated School Staffing is seeking reliable, patient, and supportive Substitute Educational Aides to assist classrooms when regular staff are unavailable. This position plays an important role in helping maintain consistent learning environments, supporting student engagement, and ensuring both general and special education students receive appropriate assistance throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

Assist teachers with classroom instruction, activities, and student supervision
Provide targeted support to individual students or small groups, including those with special needs
Carry out instructional accommodations and modifications as directed by certified staff or intervention specialists
Support students with daily routines such as organization, transitions, and classroom participation
Monitor students across school environments, including classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, and dismissal areas
Promote a safe, respectful, and structured learning environment
Follow lesson plans, behavior support plans, and established safety procedures
Maintain communication with teachers, administrators, and support staff
Record observations and report incidents or concerns when required

Required Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old
High school diploma or equivalent required
Valid Ohio educational aide permit or higher teaching license (per state requirements)
Clear criminal background check required
Ability to work with children in a calm, professional, and supportive manner
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to follow instructions and adapt to different classroom settings
Physical ability to assist students when needed (including mobility or classroom support tasks)
Compliance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience working with children in schools, childcare, or related settings
Experience supporting students with disabilities
Training in behavior support, classroom management, or de-escalation strategies

What We Offer

Flexible, on-call scheduling
Opportunities to gain hands-on experience in education
Potential for long-term substitute assignments
Pathways to additional school-based roles
Access to optional medical benefit programs
Enrollment in the School Employees Retirement System (SERS)