PRIMARY PURPOSE:  Help meet physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside the classroom.  Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans(IEP), including self-help, behavior management, and instructional programs. Work under the general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.  State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) Educational Aide certificate is required.

2.  One of the following is required: Associate's degree preferred, or  HS Diploma or GED.

3.  Two (2) years of previous experience working as a special education aide or special needs aide is preferred

4. Ability  to work with children with disabilities
5.  Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

6.  Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress.

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Help meet the individual needs of student(s) including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting and positioning with occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds and over);interpreting instructions; assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feedingm, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.