Impactful Special Education Aide - SCC Classroom

Lakota Local Schools; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakota Local Schools Heritage Early Childhood School in Hamilton, OH seeks an Instructional Aide for the Special Education/SCC program. The role provides targeted support to students with special needs in various learning environments.

Working under a licensed educator, the aide helps with instructional activities, promotes independence, and ensures safety. IEPs, BIPs, and medical plans guide daily practices within the classroom and school day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Current Educational Aide Permit from the Ohio Department of Education valid in Lakota Local Schools.
• Successful completion of CPR/First Aid and Crisis Prevention training as required.
• Prior classroom experience as an aide or paraprofessional preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized academic, behavioral, and personal care support to students with specialized needs.
• Facilitate student participation in instructional activities under supervision.
• Promote independence and ensure safety and consistency during the school day.
• Reinforce IEPs, Medical Plans, and Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Maintain a supportive environment aligned with student learning goals.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Educational Aide Permit (Ohio Dept of Education)

CPR/First Aid training

Crisis Prevention training

Prior classroom aide/paraprofessional experience

Job description

Lakota Local Schools Heritage Early Childhood School in Hamilton, OH seeks an Instructional Aide for the Special Education/SCC program. The role provides targeted support to students with special needs in various learning environments.

Working under a licensed educator, the aide helps with instructional activities, promotes independence, and ensures safety. IEPs, BIPs, and medical plans guide daily practices within the classroom and school day.