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Job Description "Because a child has to know you care". Is education your passion? Are you looking for a school that really cares about our children, that truly supports all staff? We are a hidden gym... EDC is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our team that has a positive demeanor, professional, innovative, organized, and is well versed in Special Education, IEPs, and more. You must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, parents, students, Local Education Agencies, and the general public. Work involves setting policies and goals under the direction of the Executive Director and providing departmental supervision. This position also requires managing an educational team and communicating effectively to achieve team goals. You are responsible for maintaining an effective educational program consistent with state and federal guidelines and the philosophy, policies and goals of the Educational Development Center. Qualification Requirements The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. • Professional Teaching License - VDOE, • minimum of 3 years special education teaching experience, • Essential Functions:, • Observes classrooms and performs walk throughs; performs pre- and post-conference observations., • Facilitates and attends various meetings (IEP Meetings, ICC Meetings, Strategic Intervention Plan Meetings, Student Staffing’s, Eligibility Meetings, Parental conferences, etc.), • Conducts Student referral interviews to assist in enrollment., • Handles academic, behavioral, and attendance/truancy, • Coordination with Local Education Agencies., • Assigns, directs, trains and reviews staff work; evaluates staff performance; develops staff schedules; coaches and/or counsel staff; provides recommendations regarding hiring and participates in interviews of potential staff., • Manages communication, requests, and conferencing with Local Education Agencies daily., • Supervises special education within building including curriculum development schedules, differentiated lesson plans, gradebooks, reporting, accommodations, and IEPs., • Responsible for managing (requesting, scheduling, editing, and revising) documentation required for IEPs (i.e. PLOPs, Transition Plans, Counseling Reports, Observations, Etc.)., • Manages the Online Learning System, Jupiter Ed., which includes grade-books, reports, behavioral logs, demographic information, and student class schedules., • Responsible for generating student schedules under the guidelines of each serving locality and the Virginia Department of Education., • Responsible for reporting, maintenance, and filing of student progress monitoring measures., • Assist in maintaining adherance to all VDOE requirements., • Must be familiar with online communication systems such as google meet, Microsoft teams, and Zoom. In addition, must be familiar with google docs, and all Microsoft office applications., • Manages all staff developments and schedule. Is responsible to provide staff development trainings, and orientation., • Responds to the request of each locality served., • Collaborates with external service providers to support each student and their corresponding team., • Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the administration and supervision of all facets of a school and well versed in a number of educational modalities and related services., • Thorough knowledge of the Department of Education and locality policies, rules and procedures, • Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively in both oral and written formats., • Ability to motivate others to reach their fullest potential., • Ability to operate standard school records software., • Ability to learn specialized equipment and software based on EDC’s needs., • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, parents, students, Local Education Agencies, and the general public. Company DescriptionOur Mission, Vision, and Values (Equal Opportunity Employer) Mission: The mission of the Educational Development Center's therapeutic programming is to provide a therapeutic, intensive academic and behavioral program to students who have been identified as emotionally disabled, learning disabled, intellectually disabled, autism, multi-disabled and those with other health impairments. Towards that end, EDC facilitates a behavior management programs that provides consistent structure to the classroom and allows for individualized academic instruction. Vision :Our vision is to provide an accepting, safe and inclusive educational community that provides our students with a foundation for success and survival in every aspect of a young person’s life. “We think Differently”. EDC aims to provide educational alternative, intensive academic and behavioral support to the individual goals of each student, by incorporating project based and hands-on- learning with innovation and social emotional learning, to meet each child’s needs and goals. Values :The values of the Educational Development Center revolve around the motto, “We Think Differently”. We understand that our students learn differently, and require different strategies to reach and teach them. Therefore, all instruction, strategies, behavioral approaches, and supports are channeled through the concept of “thinking outside of the box”. Due to our small nature, we are able to be creative, innovative, and flexible in our methodology to learning and behavioral management. Staff are encouraged to demonstrate creativity and autonomy within their classroom environment to best support student’s needs.Our Mission, Vision, and Values (Equal Opportunity Employer)\r\nMission: The mission of the Educational Development Center's therapeutic programming is to provide a therapeutic, intensive academic and behavioral program to students who have been identified as emotionally disabled, learning disabled, intellectually disabled, autism, multi-disabled and those with other health impairments. Towards that end, EDC facilitates a behavior management programs that provides consistent structure to the classroom and allows for individualized academic instruction. \r\nVision :Our vision is to provide an accepting, safe and inclusive educational community that provides our students with a foundation for success and survival in every aspect of a young person’s life. “We think Differently”. EDC aims to provide educational alternative, intensive academic and behavioral support to the individual goals of each student, by incorporating project based and hands-on- learning with innovation and social emotional learning, to meet each child’s needs and goals. \r\nValues :The values of the Educational Development Center revolve around the motto, “We Think Differently”. We understand that our students learn differently, and require different strategies to reach and teach them. Therefore, all instruction, strategies, behavioral approaches, and supports are channeled through the concept of “thinking outside of the box”. Due to our small nature, we are able to be creative, innovative, and flexible in our methodology to learning and behavioral management. Staff are encouraged to demonstrate creativity and autonomy within their classroom environment to best support student’s needs.

Job Description Summary Teacher Aide / Classroom Assistant (STE(AI)M™ Assistant) Kids Academy of Learning Excellence, powered by CORE 📍 601 Southlake Blvd, Richmond, VA 23236 Employment Type: W-2 Hourly Pay: Based on experience Kids Academy of Learning Excellence (KALE), powered by the CORE Foundation, is seeking Teacher Aides / Classroom Assistants to support our early childhood and STE(AI)M™ learning environments. This role is essential to maintaining classroom quality, safety, and Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) compliance while supporting innovation-driven instruction. Teacher Aides work closely with Lead Teachers to support daily routines, learning activities, and classroom operations across infant, toddler, preschool, and enrichment settings. Duties Supporting Lead Teachers / Classroom Support • Support Lead Teachers in implementing daily lesson plans, learning activities, and curriculum, including Abeka fundamentals and STE(AI)M™ programming., • Assist with lesson execution by preparing and organizing classroom materials, learning centers, and STE(AI)M tools (including robotics and technology when applicable)., • Reinforce classroom routines, structure, and age-appropriate guidance., • Support classroom setup, breakdown, organization, sanitization, and resetting of learning spaces throughout the day. Classroom Supervision and Child Care, • Provide active supervision of children during indoor and outdoor play, meals, rest time, and transitions to ensure safety and engagement., • Maintain constant visual and auditory supervision in accordance with VDOE ratio and safety standards., • Support classroom supervision under the direction of a Lead Teacher or qualified supervisory staff and shall not be left alone with children except as permitted by VDOE regulations and KALE policy., • Conduct daily health screenings upon child arrival as directed., • Assist with diapering, toileting, handwashing, feeding, and personal care needs appropriate to the classroom age group., • Strictly follow VDOE-approved diapering and toileting procedures, including proper handwashing and sanitization., • Observe children for signs of illness, injury, developmental concerns, or emotional distress and promptly report concerns to supervisory staff., • Model respectful, nurturing interactions that support social-emotional development, confidence, and character. Maintaining Safety, Cleanliness, and Learning Environment, • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom by following daily cleaning and sanitization procedures., • Execute daily sanitization protocols (three-step cleaning process) and follow safe food-handling practices for snack and meal service, including allergy awareness., • Maintain the “KALE Aesthetic” by organizing learning centers and properly storing, charging, and handling STE(AI)M tools., • Follow all center safety procedures, including headcounts, sign-in/out protocols, playground safety practices, and emergency procedures., • Adhere strictly to KALE’s Safe Sleep Policy, including placing infants on their backs to sleep, ensuring cribs are free of soft items, and maintaining constant visual supervision during rest periods., • Participate in fire, lockdown, and severe weather drills., • Report hazards, injuries, or incidents immediately according to KALE policy., • Follow all infection control procedures, including proper hand hygiene, PPE use when required, and illness exclusion protocols. Instructional Assistance / Whole-Child Support, • Support small-group and one-on-one learning experiences under the direction of the Lead Teacher., • Assist children with literacy, math readiness, arts, social-emotional learning, STE(AI)M™, robotics exposure, sensory play, and hands-on discovery., • Reinforce positive behavior supports and assist with de-escalation strategies as trained., • Refrain from all prohibited practices, including corporal punishment, humiliation, threats, isolation, withholding food or rest, or any form of physical or verbal abuse., • Encourage curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, and kind peer interactions aligned with KALE’s whole-child approach. Communication, Documentation, and Professional Conduct, • Communicate professionally and respectfully with colleagues and administration., • Follow established lines of authority and escalate concerns through the Lead Teacher, Assistant Director, or Director as appropriate., • Assist with classroom documentation, child observations, and daily records as directed., • Ensure all documentation and digital entries are accurate, complete, and submitted in a timely manner in accordance with KALE and VDOE requirements., • Support family communication through Brightwheel or approved platforms., • Capture photos and updates using only KALE-issued devices in accordance with the Media Policy., • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding children, families, staff, and center operations. Compliance and Required Trainings, • Adhere to all VDOE regulations, licensing standards, and KALE policies., • Complete Virginia Health Safety Pre-Service Training prior to classroom assignment., • Serve as a Mandated Reporter as required by Virginia law., • Complete required professional development, including CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration Training (MAT) if applicable, annual Health Safety Updates, and CACFP Civil Rights training., • Report suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with Virginia law and KALE policy. Requirements • Understanding of child development and age-appropriate practices, • Ability to work collaboratively within a teaching team, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, • Patience, flexibility, and professionalism, • Ability to lift up to forty (40) pounds and engage in active supervision, • Classroom and outdoor playground settings, • Exposure to childhood illnesses and noise, • Ability to respond quickly to emergencies, • Monday–Friday between 6:30 AM and 6:30 PM (shift varies), • Availability for staff meetings, trainings, and special events, • Willingness to support classroom coverage as assigned, consistent with qualifications and licensing requirements Nice To Haves Hourly pay based on experience, education, certifications, and demonstrated competency Paid time off (PTO) for eligible employees Professional development and required training Childcare discount (subject to availability) Opportunities for advancement into Lead Teacher or specialty roles Supportive, mission-driven work environment Benefits Competitive hourly pay based on experience W-2 employee status (not contractor) Supportive, mission-driven team environment Exposure to innovative STE(AI)M™ and enrichment programming Opportunities for growth and advancement within KALE Work Remotely Flexible work from home options available About Us Kids Academy of Learning Excellence (KALE), powered by the CORE Foundation, is a next-generation early learning ecosystem built to nurture the whole child—mind, heart, spirit, and future potential. Rooted in compassion and community impact, KALE blends strong early childhood fundamentals with STE(AI)M™ innovation, literacy foundations, and character development. Our work is purpose-driven, family-centered, and excellence-focused.