Pre-K ESE Aide: Autism‑Informed Classroom Support

Sarasota County Schools; South Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarasota County Schools in Laurel Nokomis School area seeks a Teacher Aide for Pre-K ESE to support students with special needs and assist certified staff with instruction and behavior management.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, CPI training within probation, and ASD certification training by end of probation; experience with ASD helpful. This is a full-time on-site paraprofessional position with duties across classroom support.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Within probationary period, register and complete forty hours of ASD training/workshops to obtain ASD certification.
• Must complete verbal and physical CPI training during probation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising students and classroom activities.
• Implement instructional materials and behavioral interventions.
• Communicate effectively with staff and parents.
• Provide personal care support as needed, including hygiene tasks.
• Assist with data collection and records as assigned.
• Support staff with discipline and safety protocols.

Skills

Special needs knowledge

General computer use

Follow directions

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree / 60-hour equivalent

Job description

Sarasota County Schools in Laurel Nokomis School area seeks a Teacher Aide for Pre-K ESE to support students with special needs and assist certified staff with instruction and behavior management.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, CPI training within probation, and ASD certification training by end of probation; experience with ASD helpful. This is a full-time on-site paraprofessional position with duties across classroom support.