STEM School Elementary Educational Aide

Wright State University

Position Information

EEO Statement

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title STEM School Elementary Educational Aide

Job Category: Administrative (exempt/non-exempt)

Department College of Health, Education and Human Services

EEO number: 26H344

Position FTE

100%

Minimum Annual Salary $20.00/hr

Salary Band: UC HR4

Job Summary/Basic Function:

The STEM Educational Aide at the elementary level plays a vital role in supporting both students and educators by reinforcing instructional goals, managing classroom activities, and contributing to a positive and productive learning environment. This position includes assisting with lesson delivery, supporting student behavior and engagement, and helping with classroom logistics and organization. The position is a school year only, while students are in session.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have valid Ohio Department of Education

• Educational Aide Permit by the first day of school

• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and maintain a positive, student-focused approach

• Must pass a background check

• A high school diploma or training and experience that are considered equivalent.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and/or training with elementary aged students

Essential Functions and percent of time:

70% – Instructional Support:

• Assist teachers with lesson implementation, classroom activities, and student engagement.
• Support positive behavior strategies and help manage classroom routines.
• Reinforce learning objectives in both individual and small-group settings.

10% – Communication:

• Maintain professional communication with teachers, staff, students and parent about student progress and needs

10% – Specialized Support:

• Provide targeted and/or specialized support to students with specific academic or behavioral needs

10%- School Support as needed:

• Help with lunch duties, bus duties, and dismissal duties
• Other assignments as assigned

Working Conditions

• This is a grant funded position with continuation dependent on funding. Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.

• To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations).

• Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Date 07/27/2026

First Consideration Date: 08/05/2026

• Closing Date

• Open Until Filled Yes

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• Required Documents

• Required Documents

• Cover Letter

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