Student Built Housing Construction Assistant - Kalispell School District #5 : Job Details

1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)Salary: $56,700 to $58,770 (paid as hourly rate and stipend). Not eligible for benefits. 187 days per school year + 20 extra flex days. Overview: The Student Built Housing Assistant supports the certified Student Built Housing Teacher in delivering a hands-on residential construction program. The Assistant helps supervise and guide students in the building of a home from the ground up, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment. The role involves assisting with instruction, managing tools and materials, enforcing safety protocols, and contributing to students' development of construction skills and workplace habits.Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in supervising students during hands-on construction activities, ensuring adherence to safety procedures and tool use protocols.
• Support the delivery of lessons and demonstrations by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and assisting individual or small groups of students under the direction of the teacher.
• Help manage the daily logistics of the job site, including organizing tools, managing material inventory, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Reinforce proper construction practices as demonstrated by the teacher, including but not limited to framing, measuring, tool handling, and clean-up.
• Support the teacher in overseeing timelines, task assignments, and subcontractor scheduling as appropriate.
• Provide basic guidance and encouragement to students to develop teamwork, responsibility, and on-site conduct.
• Assist with transportation of materials or supplies as needed, following all district guidelines.
• Maintain consistent and positive communication with the supervising teacher and administration.
• Participate in relevant meetings or training sessions as required by the district.
• Support implementation of accommodations or modifications for students with IEPs or 504 plans, as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher or building administrator, including site supervision, material pickups, and minor tool maintenance.
• Reports to Certified Student Built Housing Teacher and/or Building Administrator

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic understanding of construction processes, tools, and terminology.
• Ability to follow and reinforce safety procedures consistently.
• Willingness to work outdoors and in variable conditions on a job site.
• Ability to support students with diverse learning needs in a hands-on environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and model appropriate workplace behaviors for students.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and students.
• Capacity to lift and move materials (up to 60 pounds), climb ladders, and perform physical tasks as part of the construction process.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and act in accordance with school district policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Relevant work experience in construction, trades, or a related field.
• Ability to obtain or maintain district-mandated safety certifications (e.g., First Aid/CPR, OSHA-10 if required).
• Experience working with youth or in an educational setting preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five or more years of experience in residential or commercial construction.
• Previous experience in a school or educational support role.
• Familiarity with power tools, building codes, or job site procedures.
• Ability to drive a district vehicle if needed (valid driver's license and clean driving record).

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds, bend, stoop, stand for extended periods, and work in a physically active construction environment.
• Must be able to tolerate a variety of weather conditions while outdoors at the job site.