Inclusive School Aide for Students with Disabilities

The St; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Union contract benefits

Supportive work environment

Positive impact on student lives

Job summary

The School Program Aide position works closely with students with disabilities to provide physical, emotional, and academic support to help them participate and succeed in the school environment. This role collaborates with teachers and staff to create a safe, engaging learning atmosphere.

Reports to the Building Principal or Designee and supports instruction, supervision, and classroom management across various school settings during the 6-hour school day (8:30–3:00).

Qualifications

• Hold a paraprofessional letter of approval.
• Pleasant collaborative personality and maintain a professional appearance.
• Able to work with and around children.
• Ability to operate tech equipment.
• Possess keyboarding skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Emotionally and physically able to perform duties required of the position.
• Have a good command of the English language.
• Basic knowledge of first aid and health room procedures.
• Possess general knowledge of office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with students with disabilities to provide physical, emotional, and academic support, encouraging their full participation and success in the school environment.
• Assist in creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning atmosphere in collaboration with teachers and staff.
• Supervise students in various school settings, including classrooms, libraries, and playgrounds.
• Assist students with daily tasks such as transitioning between rooms, dressing, using the restroom, and following school expectations.
• Support instructional activities by reinforcing lessons, guiding small groups, administering assessments, and performing curriculum-related tasks as directed by the teacher.
• Perform basic tasks to assist students, such as sharpening pencils, carrying materials, or handling other similar duties as needed.
• Foster supportive, professional relationships with students, promoting independence while avoiding excessive emotional reliance.
• Address and correct disruptive behaviors constructively and consistently, following guidance from school staff.
• Maintain accurate student attendance records and assist with documentation related to student activities.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure students' academic and behavioral goals are met effectively.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with students, staff, and families to promote a collaborative school environment.

Skills

Paraprofessional letter

Collaborative work style

Work with children

Operate tech equipment

Keyboarding

Confidentiality

Physical ability

English language

First aid knowledge

Office equipment

Job description

The School Program Aide position works closely with students with disabilities to provide physical, emotional, and academic support to help them participate and succeed in the school environment. This role collaborates with teachers and staff to create a safe, engaging learning atmosphere.

Reports to the Building Principal or Designee and supports instruction, supervision, and classroom management across various school settings during the 6-hour school day (8:30–3:00).