Position: Beit Bracha Aide
Department: Beit Bracha
Supervisor: Beit Bracha Director
Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Work Schedule (September-May):
• Sunday: 9:20 AM- 12:40 PM
• Wednesday: 3:45 PM – 6:05 PM
• (Optional): Monday: 6:30pm – 8pm
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Beit Bracha Director, this position supports and ensures the safety, wellbeing, and learning success of our students with special needs within the STARS (Sinai Temple Religious School). The ideal Beit Bracha aide is committed to providing their student with a meaningful, rich, and positive Jewish experience. Aides are paired with a K-7th grade student, mainstreamed within STARS classrooms. Aides are expected to work and adjust to the needs of each student, allowing them to gain comfort and confidence within the class. Aides are also eligible to work with our Beit Bracha Nights social program on a rotating schedule. Aide responsibilities will differ depending on age range and ability level of each student. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: academic and social support, toilet/hygiene assistance (if paired with a younger child), correspondence with parents, and general class support.
PRIMARY DUTIES
o Provide emotional and academic support to students with varying special needs
o Monitor and respond to potential behaviors
o Correspond with parents by request
o Promote Jewish values and teachings
o Assist with general class functioning in coordination with classroom teacher
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
– Skills Required: Previous experience as an academic and/or social aide for children with special needs
– Patience, compassion, and listening skills
– Dedication to creating meaningful Jewish learning experiences
– Ability to fulfill the functions of a general classroom assistant
– Have a valid driver’s license (or a reliable means to get to work)
– Familiar with Judaism or is willing to learn
– Is physically able to perform all functions of job, (move between classrooms, escort student to drop-off, redirect attention and behavioral concerns)
MINIMUM EDUCATION
• High School Diploma / GED Preferred
SALARY RANGE
$23.00-$28.00/hour based on experience and skill set
To Apply:
– Please send resume to [email protected]. In the subject line write: BEIT BRACHA AIDE POSITION
Sinai Temple is an equal opportunity employer. It considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, or any other characteristics protected by applicable state or federal law. This job description is subject to change by management. Reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with the law.
