Education Aide

Education Aide

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM–3:30 PM

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and student-focused Education Aide to join our educational team and provide meaningful support to students with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.

As an Education Aide, you'll work alongside teachers and multidisciplinary professionals to create a structured, supportive, and engaging classroom environment where students can learn and grow. You'll provide individualized and small-group support, assist with classroom instruction and behavior strategies, and help students develop the skills they need to succeed both academically and personally.

Why Join Best Point?

• Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM schedule
• 10-month school schedule 
• Competitive pay based on your level of education and experience
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Meaningful, hands-on work with children and families
• Collaborative environment with teachers, clinicians, and other professionals
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Tuition assistance and educational support

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience working with children, particularly children with behavioral challenges, preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional when responding to challenging behaviors.
• Commitment to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for students.

Compensation & Benefits

Education-Based Pay

Your education and experience are valued at Best Point, with opportunities to increase your earning potential as your education advances:

• Associate's degree: Starting at $18.00/hour, with additional compensation based on experience
• Bachelor's degree: Starting at $19.50/hour, with additional compensation based on experience
• Master's degree: Starting at $21.00/hour, with additional compensation based on experience

At Best Point, we believe taking care of our employees is essential to taking care of our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. Our benefit costs are approximately 38% lower than those of other organizations our size, helping you keep more of what you earn.

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting as low as $27 per paycheck
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions of up to $1,200 annually for 2+ person plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Free preventive care and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential emotional, financial, legal, and personal support
• Optional pet insurance

Financial Security

• Competitive 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match
• Employer-paid life insurance valued at 2.5x your annual salary, up to $300,000 — 100% paid by Best Point
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, along with educational loan forgiveness support and resources

Career Growth & Development

• Free continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• 10% tuition discount for online programs through the University of Cincinnati
• Leadership Academy and professional development programs at no cost
• Interest-free personal computer loan program
• Employee referral bonus program with payouts of up to $1,000
• Professional seminars, training, and skill-building opportunities

Tools & Resources to Support Your Work

• Company-issued iPhone and laptop
• Mileage reimbursement for eligible work-related travel
• Access to resources and training to support your work with students

Time Away to Recharge

• Generous paid time off package — up to 34 days off in your first year for eligible employees
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster placement
• A work environment that supports work-life balance and personal well-being

Key Responsibilities

Student Support & Classroom Engagement

• Assist teachers with implementing lesson plans, classroom expectations, and structured teaching strategies.
• Support students in developing academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and independent living skills.
• Promote age-appropriate social skills, self-care, problem-solving, coping skills, and emotional regulation.
• Build positive and supportive relationships with students.
• Serve as a consistent and positive role model.
• Help create a safe, structured, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.

Academic & Behavioral Support

• Support classroom management and maintain appropriate structure and routines.
• Assist with the implementation of IEPs, Behavioral Support Plans, strategy sheets, and other individualized supports.
• Monitor student progress and communicate observations to teachers and other members of the student's team.
• Support students in developing appropriate behaviors and coping strategies.
• Utilize positive, evidence-based approaches to support student engagement and success.

Crisis Intervention & Safety

• Respond appropriately to behavioral and crisis situations while maintaining student and staff safety.
• Utilize approved de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.
• Participate in required seclusion and restraint procedures when necessary.
• Maintain required crisis intervention, CPR, First Aid, and TFM certifications.
• Follow all safety procedures and agency standards.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with teachers, clinicians, behavioral staff, and other multidisciplinary team members.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, student meetings, daily debriefings, staff meetings, and committees.
• Maintain familiarity with student case records and individualized plans.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress.
• Collaborate with agency staff and external professionals to ensure student needs are addressed.
• Represent Best Point professionally in all interactions.

Documentation & Administrative Responsibilities

• Complete required documentation accurately and within established timelines.
• Assist with educational materials, classroom preparation, and organization.
• Support accurate documentation related to student services and progress.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with agency, educational, and regulatory requirements.

Professional Growth & Quality

• Accept and apply feedback from teachers, supervisors, and leadership.
• Develop skills and knowledge related to education, behavioral health, and working with students with complex needs.
• Participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow agency policies, procedures, and professional standards.

Work Environment

This position works primarily in a school and educational setting with regular interaction with children experiencing behavioral, emotional, developmental, or mental health challenges.

Employees may encounter challenging behaviors, including shouting and verbal or physical aggression. The position may also involve exposure to blood, vomit, and other bodily fluids.

Education Aides must be able to remain calm, professional, and focused on student safety and support during challenging situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The position regularly requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Employees must be capable of sustained physical exertion and able to participate in required physical restraint techniques and exercises when necessary to ensure the safety of students and staff.

About Best Point

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is Greater Cincinnati's most prolific nonprofit specializing in education, behavioral and therapeutic health services, and autism services for vulnerable and at-risk youth, their families, and caregivers.

We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

Our Culture

We believe in leading with compassion, respect, accountability, collaboration, and a commitment to student success. We lead our community with respect and tolerance, both internally and externally, and expect our employees to embrace these values in their day-to-day interactions.

Best Point is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category.

Apply today to join a team that supports students every day and helps them build the skills, confidence, and relationships they need to thrive!