EMPOWER ACADEMY AIDE (EAA)

• $30,000 - $49,000
• Tahlequah, OK
• Full-time
• Published: 2025-03-18 21:00:00Z

Overview

The Empower Academy Aide (EAA) serves a crucial role in The Demand Project’s residential program at Mount Arukah, designed for minor girls who have survived human trafficking, online enticement, and/or commercial sexual exploitation—or are at significant risk of these crimes. The EAA works closely with the Empower Academy Educator to facilitate high-quality, trauma-informed education to residents, ensuring a supportive and structured learning environment that promotes healing and personal growth.

Requirements

Competencies

• Educational Skills: Proficiency in teaching and instructional methods, with a strong understanding of individual learning needs, particularly for trauma-affected students.
• De-escalation Skills: Ability to manage and calmly diffuse challenging situations.
• Technology Proficiency: Comfortable with Google Suite and other educational software as needed.
• Creativity and Engagement: Ability to plan and facilitate fun, engaging activities that make learning enjoyable and accessible.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism: Strict adherence to confidentiality regarding residents and program details.
• Positive Attitude: Demonstrates a professional, positive, and adaptable attitude.
• Teachability and Flexibility: Willingness to learn new approaches, respond to feedback, and adjust methods to meet students' needs.
• Organization and Planning Skills: Effective in planning lessons, tracking progress, and organizing resources.
• Communication Skills: Strong oral, written, and electronic communication abilities, with a trauma-informed approach.
• Crisis Management: Ability to remain calm and resourceful during crises.
• Trauma-Informed Practices: Understanding of and commitment to trauma-informed teaching.
• Relationship Building: Skilled at building trust and rapport with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Boundaries and Accountability: Ability to maintain healthy boundaries and promote accountability among residents.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties

• Responsibilities Regarding Insight School of Oklahoma (ISOK)
• Monitor online activities to ensure students are focused on coursework and maintaining digital boundaries.
• Support students in attending live classes, taking notes, and staying on track.
• Ensure daily assignments are completed or have a plan for completion; provide assistance as needed.
• Provide periodic breaks to help manage restlessness and focus.
• Facilitate engagement in live classes and track participation.
• Communicate with ISOK teachers as needed, encouraging respectful self-advocacy among students.
• Coordinate with ISOK teachers regarding absences and assignment retakes to achieve academic goals.
• Support students in achieving their Journey Plan education goals.

Additional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the EA Educator to develop educational activities and outings during school breaks, working around any summer school obligations.
• Work closely with the EA Educator, staff, and volunteers to ensure seamless team support and duty-sharing.
• Transport residents to school-related outings and therapy sessions as needed during school hours.
• Maintain a safe, consistent, and empowering environment that nurtures residents' healing and growth.
• Enforce discipline, self-control, and positive campus culture, promoting peace, truth, trust, and unity.
• Administer logical consequences and reinforce house rules.
• Organize and facilitate fitness activities to support residents' physical well-being.
• Develop and implement fun, creative learning opportunities.
• Commit to continuing education in trauma-informed teaching and various learning styles.

Technical Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in education or social sciences preferred.
• Experience with children, especially those with trauma backgrounds or behavioral challenges, is preferred.
• Willingness to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Experience in educational settings, particularly in alternative or special education, is a plus.
• Must pass a fingerprint-based background check.
• Completion of at least 24 hours of mandatory training, including trauma-informed care, de-escalation techniques, and program-specific protocols, is required prior to working independently.

Benefits

Working/Living Conditions

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM at the Mount Arukah campus.
• Three weeks (120 hours) of paid time off annually, with restricted time off in July and December to support program continuity.

Compensation

The Empower Academy Aide is a full-time, non-exempt position that pays $16 per hour and is eligible for benefits after 90 days of employment.