Program Aide O'Fallon District 90

The St. Clair County ROE 50; O'Fallon, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 1,791,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

The St. Clair County ROE 50 is seeking a Program Aide to support students with disabilities by providing physical, emotional, and academic assistance to ensure they participate and succeed in the school environment.

This role collaborates with teachers and staff to create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning atmosphere, enabling students to participate in daily activities and transitions with confidence.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional letter of approval is required.
• Strong collaborative and professional appearance.
• Ability to work with and around children.
• Ability to use tech equipment in daily tasks.
• Keyboarding skills.
• Maintain confidentiality in student information.
• Emotional and physical stamina to perform duties.
• Proficient English language skills.
• Basic knowledge of first aid and health room procedures.
• General knowledge of office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Help students with disabilities to participate and succeed in school activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to create a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Supervise students in classrooms, libraries, and on playgrounds.
• Assist with daily tasks such as transitions, dressing, bathroom use, and expectations.
• Support lessons by reinforcing content and guiding small groups.
• Perform routine tasks like sharpening pencils and carrying materials.
• Foster positive relationships while promoting student independence.
• Address disruptive behavior constructively per guidance.
• Maintain attendance records and assist with related documentation.
• Collaborate to meet students' academic and behavioral goals.

Skills

Collaborative personality

Work with children

Operate tech equipment

Keyboarding skills

Confidentiality

Emotional/physical stamina

English language

First aid knowledge

Office equipment knowledge

Education

Paraprofessional letter of approval

Job description

Position: Program Aide

Job Summary: The School Program Aide works closely with students with disabilities to provide physical, emotional, and academic support to ensure they can effectively participate and succeed in the school environment. This role involves assisting in various school settings and collaboratively working with teachers and staff to create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning atmosphere.

Qualifications/Minimum Requirements:

• 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.


• Reports to: Building Principal or Designee

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.

Terms of Employment: When school is in session 6 hours per day.

Benefits:

• The O’Fallon Support Personnel Federation Collective Bargaining Agreement outlines the salary and benefits package.


• Professional development opportunities.


• Supportive and collaborative work environment.


• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students.

Terms of Employment when school is in session –8:30 – 3:00
6 hour position