Autism Support Specialist - School-Based Care

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia K-12 Jobs is seeking paraprofessionals to support students with disabilities in a school setting. Responsibilities include direct supervision, assisting with daily living tasks, and implementing health plans under supervision of licensed staff.

Candidates should have paraprofessional certification and experience with augmentative communication devices and adaptive equipment. CPR/First Aid training is preferred and a collaborative, student-centered approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting students with developmental disabilities or complex needs.
• Experience in a school setting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct student supervision and daily living tasks.

Skills

Patience

Behavior management

Student supervision

First Aid/CPR

Teamwork

Education

Paraprofessional certification

Tools

Augmentative communication devices

Adaptive equipment

Prosthetic devices

Job description

West Virginia K-12 Jobs is seeking paraprofessionals to support students with disabilities in a school setting. Responsibilities include direct supervision, assisting with daily living tasks, and implementing health plans under supervision of licensed staff.

Candidates should have paraprofessional certification and experience with augmentative communication devices and adaptive equipment. CPR/First Aid training is preferred and a collaborative, student-centered approach is essential.