Full-Time School-Based Special Education Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Parma City School District Pleasant Valley Elementary School in Cleveland, Ohio, seeks a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities under the supervision of the Building Principal/Special Education Supervisor. The role is full-time, 6.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday, with an entry salary of $22,653 per year.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 48 semester hours or PRAXIS PARAPRO, and ability to obtain an Educational Aide Permit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 48 semester hours or PRAXIS PARAPRO exam.
• 1–2 years of related experience preferred.
• Must meet No Child Left Behind Act education requirements.
• Ability to obtain Educational Aide Permit with Ohio DOE.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities, including challenging behavior.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing situations.
• Willingness to supervise students and enforce discipline.
• Physical ability to restrain/assist handicapped students if needed.
• Clerical skills; experience with computers preferred.
• Good attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Communication skills

Behavior management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Flexibility

Supervising students

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 semester hours or PRAXIS PARAPRO exam

Tools

Office machines

Computer experience

Job description

Parma City School District Pleasant Valley Elementary School in Cleveland, Ohio, seeks a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities under the supervision of the Building Principal/Special Education Supervisor. The role is full-time, 6.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday, with an entry salary of $22,653 per year.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 48 semester hours or PRAXIS PARAPRO, and ability to obtain an Educational Aide Permit.