INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE - SPECIAL EDUCATION

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

Job summary

Lakota Local Schools Heritage Early Childhood School – Hamilton, Ohio is seeking an Instructional Aide - Special Education (.875 FTE) to support students with disabilities and assist teachers with instructional, behavioral, medical, and daily living needs. The role is critical for implementing IEPs, ensuring student safety, and fostering inclusive classroom environments.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent (associate degree preferred), a valid Ohio Educational Aide Permit,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Valid Ohio Educational Aide Permit for Lakota Local Schools.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and students with instructional, behavioral, medical, and daily living needs.
• Support implementation of IEPs and ensure student safety.
• Foster inclusive classroom environments.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE - SPECIAL EDUCATION

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Job Details

Job ID: 5951728
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Oct 28, 2026 5:04 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Lakota Local School District is a vibrant and dynamic educational community, serving over 18,000 students.
Everything WE do is designed to provide a future-ready, student-centered learning experience for every single child.

Description: Instructional Aide - Special Education, .875 FTE
Job Summary: The IA - Special Education supports teachers and students by providing instructional, behavioral, medical, and daily living assistance to students with disabilities.

This role is critical to implementing IEPs, ensuring student safety, and supporting inclusive educational environments.

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.

Valid Ohio Educational Aide Permit appropriate for service in Lakota Local Schools.

Valid driver's license.
Working Conditions: 7 hours per day, 5 days per week and 184 days per school year calendar.
Per current Lakota salary schedule starting at $18.99 per hour, based on verified experience.
View the attached job description for further information.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Full-time

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > General Special Education