Aide, SpEd Essential Elements

Ccsdut; Smithfield (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cache County School District is seeking an Aide – SPED Essential Elements to support students with severe disabilities. This role involves assisting with instruction, implementing IEPs, health and daily living tasks, and monitoring progress under a teacher's supervision.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and entails approximately 29 hours per week, with duties performed primarily in classroom settings and potential health-related responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with student records and documentation is beneficial.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom activities and materials under teacher direction.
• Assist students with severe disabilities in instructional tasks and daily living activities.
• Provide health-related assistance and personal care as directed by professionals.
• Monitor student safety and behavior during activities.
• Support IEP goals and instructional plans implementation.
• Maintain instructional materials and records for documentation.
• Observe progress and communicate findings to staff.
• Attend meetings and trainings related to special education.
• Participate in IEP meetings as appropriate.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety practices

Classroom technology

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aide – SPED Essential Elements

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Cover Letter

The hours are approximately 29 per week.

Position Overview

The Aide – SPED Essential Elements supports the instructional program for students with severe disabilities by assisting with classroom instruction, implementing individualized education plans, supporting student health and daily living needs, and monitoring student behavior and progress under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

Key Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and materials under the direction of the supervising teacher to reinforce instructional objectives.
• Assist students with severe disabilities in completing instructional tasks and daily living activities.
• Provide health-related assistance and personal care for students as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Monitor students during classroom and school activities to maintain safety and support behavioral goals.
• Participate in the implementation of Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and instructional plans.
• Maintain instructional materials and records required for program documentation.
• Observe and document student progress and communicate information to instructional staff.
• Attend meetings and training sessions related to special education services and student support.
• Participate in IEP meetings as appropriate to support implementation of student goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements – Minimum Qualifications

Skills

• Adhering to safety practices and procedures
• Operating classroom technology and office equipment
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records

Knowledge

• Instructional practices for students with severe disabilities
• Child development and behavioral support strategies
• Health and safety procedures

Abilities

• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and families
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support personnel
• Adapt to changing student needs and instructional priorities
• Manage multiple tasks and interruptions

Responsibility

Works under direct supervision using standardized procedures to support instruction and provide assistance to students with significant disabilities.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in classroom environments and may require physical assistance for students, including lifting, mobility support, and personal care tasks.

Experience

Job-related experience is required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing

None specified.

Certificates and Licenses

None specified.

Continuing Education / Training

None specified.

Clearances

None specified.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the assigned supervisor.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt