Early Childhood Special Education Instructional Aide

Ferguson-Florissant; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to assist special education teachers in nurturing young children with developmental delays. This role involves creating a supportive learning environment, emphasizing communication and social-emotional development. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in early childhood education, alongside the ability to work collaboratively with educators and specialists. Join a team that values compassion and professionalism, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 60 hours of college credit with coursework in early childhood education.
• Experience working with young children, especially those with developmental delays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and working with young children.
• Maintain an organized classroom and prepare activities.
• Provide individual instructional assistance to students.

Skills

Knowledge of early childhood development

Sensitivity to children's needs

Teamwork skills

Confidence with special needs children

Education

Sixty hours of college credit

Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate

Job description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

Assist the special education teacher in providing quality instruction for young children with developmental delays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Sixty (60) hours of college credit (100 level or higher), with some coursework related to early childhood special education or early childhood education.

Experience with young children.

Knowledge/Skills

1. Knowledge of early childhood development.
2. Sensitivity to the feelings and needs of children with a variety of developmental delays.
3. Ability to work smoothly on a team of a teacher, specialists, and other assistants.
4. Confidence to work with young children with special needs on an individual basis.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist teacher in planning and working with young children and follow her approach.
2. Assist in the development of a learning environment that emphasizes communication skills and social-emotional development.
3. Use a positive approach in dealing with all behaviors.
4. Maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues and parents.
5. Deal with children fairly and impartially.
6. Utilize observational skills in learning about each child.
7. Maintain program organization necessary for operating a classroom (e.g., preparing activities, maintaining an orderly room, cleaning and organizing materials).
8. Accompany students to general education classrooms as assigned; provide individual instructional assistance.
9. Demonstrate professional standards of appearance, ethics, and behavior, serving as a positive model for children and parents.
10. Be punctual and regular in attendance, spending sufficient time to perform assigned duties thoroughly.

Additional Qualifications:

Education: Sixty (60) hours of college credit (100 level or higher), with some coursework related to early childhood special education or early childhood education, and Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate.

Experience with young children.

Knowledge/Skills

1. Knowledge of early childhood development.
2. Sensitivity to the feelings and needs of children with developmental delays.
3. Ability to work smoothly on a team of a teacher, specialists, and other assistants.
4. Confidence to work with young children with special needs on an individual basis.

Competitive salary and benefits.

Complete an online application at www.fergflor.org. Attach the following: letter of interest, resume, copy of current certification, and a list of five references, including addresses, day and evening phone numbers, and email addresses (including current supervisor). Follow the website instructions to indicate your interest in this position.