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Student Support Assistant- Part Time

This position will be for the 2026/2027 School Year and will start on September 8th, 2026. 

ABOUT HOPE COMMUNITY ACADEMY

HOPE Community Academy is an accredited, public co-educational charter school comprising primary, intermediate, middle school, and high school levels. The entire school community seeks to provide a safe and trusting learning environment where each student is valued and challenged to grow academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.

Mission:  

To inspire students to achieve high academic success while embracing Hmong language and culture. 

Vision:

To be a public school of excellence, with high quality staff, diverse programs, and successful students.

Culture statement reflects who we are: 

HOPE is a safe space where all feel valued, empowered, and inspired. Learning at HOPE promotes cultural appreciation, character, and lifelong growth. Our scholars leave ready to lead with purpose and contribute to their community.

HOPE's Values:

High-Impact; Scholar-Focused; Sense of Belonging; Leadership; and Joyful Excellence:

Our work for the next two years is illustrated in our 2026-2028 Strategic plan focused on four priorities - Radical Growth, Stabilizing Operational Systems, Being Data-Centered, and Building Community Impact. All employees are expected to operate with high impact to continue improving the experiences of HOPE's community. 

Nonexempt, Part-Time

3+ hours a week

10 month contract

Two (2) weeks off in December

One (1) week off for Spring Break.

About the Role

The Student Support Assistant, reports directly to the Impact Coach Manager, and supports a safe, positive, and well-organized school environment during daily lunch and recess periods. This role is ideal for a college student or other dependable individual seeking a consistent, part-time schedule during the school day.

The successful candidate enjoys working with children, communicates respectfully, remains attentive in active environments, and helps reinforce the school's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. This position plays an important role in ensuring students feel safe, supported, and ready to return to learning.

Primary Duties

• Supervise students in the cafeteria during assigned lunch periods.
• Supervise students during outdoor recess and playground activities.
• Monitor student behavior and consistently reinforce the school's PBIS expectations in the cafeteria, hallways, and outdoor play areas.
• Promote a safe, respectful, inclusive, and positive environment for all students.
• Assist students with orderly transitions between the cafeteria, hallways, classrooms, and playground.
• Maintain active awareness of student safety, including appropriate use of playground equipment and adherence to school expectations.
• Respond appropriately to minor student concerns, redirect behavior when needed, and report more significant incidents to the designated school staff member.
• Support minor spills and light cleanup needs in lunch or recess areas as they arise.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, teachers, school staff, and families when appropriate.
• Follow all school safety procedures, confidentiality expectations, and supervision protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of student supervision and school operations during lunch and recess hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; current college students are encouraged to apply.
• Experience working with children, youth, schools, camps, childcare programs, or community organizations is preferred but not required.
• Ability to supervise students in a busy and active environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, positive, and professional when addressing student behavior.
• Dependability, punctuality, and consistent attendance are essential.
• Ability to follow directions, work independently, and collaborate with school staff.
• Commitment to creating a welcoming environment for students from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding students and school matters.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a school setting and includes time in the cafeteria, hallways, playground, and other student activity areas. The role requires standing, walking, moving throughout the building and outdoor spaces, and supervising students in environments that may be loud or fast-paced. The employee may occasionally assist with minor spills or light cleanup.

This is a part-time position scheduled for 3-4 hours per day, Monday through Friday, with main hours being 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The position offers a flexible, consistent schedule that is especially well suited for college students or those who are seeking mid-day part-time positions.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts school's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.  It does not alter the "at will" employment relationship between the school and the employee.

EEO Statement: Hope Community Academy is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have equal opportunities for advancement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status