IEP-Focused Classroom Support Specialist

Enrichment Services Program, Inc.; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Enrichment Services Program, Inc. is seeking a classroom aide to support teachers in achieving IEP goals for children with disabilities.

The role involves collaboration with the Disability/Mental Health Specialist, attendance at IEP Committee meetings, and providing one-on-one assistance across settings. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with CDA preferred, and at least one year of experience with children aged 3–5.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• CDA preferred.
• Minimum one year experience with children three to five years of age.
• Ability to read and implement strategies as outlined in IEPs for children.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Disability/Mental Health Specialist to identify children with disabilities.
• Participate on the Multidisciplinary IEP Committee.
• Attend scheduled IEP Committee Meetings.
• Provide one-on-one support to children with disabilities in all settings.
• Implement IEP goals following teacher plans.
• Assist teaching staff with observation records.
• Assist with lesson plan activities for assigned children.
• Rotate within a center, working with children in different classrooms.
• Maintain classroom staff-to-child ratios (20:2 for 4-year-olds; 17:2 for 3-year-olds).
• Assist with diapering and potty training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Planning & facilitation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred

Experience with children 3-5 years

Job description

Enrichment Services Program, Inc. is seeking a classroom aide to support teachers in achieving IEP goals for children with disabilities.

The role involves collaboration with the Disability/Mental Health Specialist, attendance at IEP Committee meetings, and providing one-on-one assistance across settings. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with CDA preferred, and at least one year of experience with children aged 3–5.