Aide, SpEd Mild/Moderate

Sylvania; Utah; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking an Aide for SPED Essential Elements to support students with severe disabilities in a Utah classroom. The role includes assisting with instruction, health and daily living activities, and monitoring student progress under teacher supervision.

The position requires a high school diploma and involves working up to 29 hours per week in a classroom environment with potential for cross-functional collaboration with the instructional staff.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Adapt classroom activities, assignments, and materials under 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 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.

Skills

Safety procedures

Classroom technology

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Aide – SPED Essential Elements

The hours are up to 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