Part-Time Substitute Preschool Aide - Special Education

Dedicated School Staffing; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Special education experience

Career pathways

Medical benefits (minor)

Long-term substitutions

Job summary

Dedicated School Staffing supports Washington Local Schools Preschool classrooms in Toledo, OH, seeking a Substitute Preschool Aide to assist students with disabilities when regular staff are absent. You will work with teachers to implement IEP goals and create an inclusive learning environment.

The role requires patience, reliability, and the ability to follow individualized plans, with shifts as needed. Prior educational aide credentials are preferred, and pay starts at an hourly rate with

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid educational aide permit or higher teaching license (as required by state regulations).
• Clean criminal background checks.
• Ability to work with students with diverse needs in a patient, respectful, and professional manner.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow directions, routines, and individualized plans.
• Physical ability to assist with lifting, positioning, or mobility support when required.
• Adherence to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small-group support to students with a range of disabilities (academic, behavioral, physical, developmental).
• Assist in implementing IEP goals, accommodations, and modifications as directed by certified staff.
• Support students with communication, social skills, and engagement in classroom activities.
• Help with personal care tasks as needed (e.g., mobility assistance, toileting, feeding), following training and safety guidelines.
• Use behavior-support strategies and follow behavior intervention plans consistently.
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, and during arrival/dismissal.
• Assist with adaptive equipment, assistive technology, or sensory tools as directed.
• Maintain a calm, supportive presence during challenging behaviors or transitions.
• Document observations or incidents according to school procedures.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or higher

Job description

Dedicated School Staffing supports Washington Local Schools Preschool classrooms in Toledo, OH, seeking a Substitute Preschool Aide to assist students with disabilities when regular staff are absent. You will work with teachers to implement IEP goals and create an inclusive learning environment.

The role requires patience, reliability, and the ability to follow individualized plans, with shifts as needed. Prior educational aide credentials are preferred, and pay starts at an hourly rate with