Self-Care Aide, ESE (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Indian River County in Vero Beach, Florida, seeks a Self-Care Aide, ESE to support students with disabilities in the classroom, assist with transportation, and provide necessary modifications and personal care.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, college training preferred, and a satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening; you will work as part of a team, operate classroom technology, and perform clerical tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College training preferred.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• To assist students with disabilities with classroom activities, transportation, modifications and personal needs.
• Assist with or learn to operate a variety of technology and equipment.
• Perform clerical responsibilities and cooperate as a team member.

Skills

Communication

Oral & written communication

Instructional support

Technology operation

Clerical tasks

Team player

Physical assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College training preferred

Job description

School District of Indian River County Indian River School District - Vero Beach, Florida Open in Google Maps

Self-Care Aide, ESE (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County Indian River School District - Vero Beach, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5926745

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 2:09 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Description: Knowledge of the techniques and procedures used in working with targeted student population. Ability to relate and communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to plan and/or implement instructional activities. Ability to operate or learn to operate a variety of technology and equipment. Ability to perform clerical responsibilities. Ability to cooperate and work as a member of a team. Physical ability to lift student and render physical assistance if required by job assignment.

Job Summary: To assist students with disabilities with classroom activities, transportation, modifications and personal needs.

Qualifications: 1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. College training preferred. 3. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Salary Information: Support Personnel. Pay Grade 5. One hundred eighty-six days worked per year (9 months). FLSA Non-Exempt.

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Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Takeisha Harris
• 6500 57th Street
• Vero Beach, Florida 32967
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]