Self Care Aide, ESE (Sunset) (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

School District of Indian River County Rosewood Magnet School in Vero Beach, FL seeks a Self Care Aide, ESE (Sunset) for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports instructional activities and specialized student needs under supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma or higher, plus state-approved qualifications. The position is full-time with pay grade 6 and up to 186 days annually, with background checks and drug screening required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of techniques for working with targeted student populations.
• Ability to relate to and communicate with students, teachers, and parents.
• Maintain confidentiality in student matters.
• Plan and implement instructional activities; use appropriate technology.
• Cooperate and work as part of a team; assist in potentially lifting or restraining in crisis.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and technical support to meet needs of exceptional students.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Two years of college study

Associate's degree or higher

Teacher aide course or related experience

Background check and drug screening

Job description

Self Care Aide, ESE (Sunset) (2026-2027)

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

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5923941
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 11, 2026 3:25 PM (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
relate to, inspire confidence and foster self-esteem in students. Ability to communicate orally
and in writing. Ability to maintain confidentiality. 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 if required by job assignment. Ability to
physically restrain in a crisis situation.
Job Summary:
To provide instructional and technical assistance to meet the specialized needs of
exceptional students.
Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Meet the requirements for the No Child Left Behind Act:
a. Two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; or
b. Associate's or higher degree; or
c. Knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in core subjects as verified by a
rigorous state or local assessment.
3. Completion of teacher aide course, or 3 years related experience; or equivalent
combination preferred.
4. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Salary Information: Support Personnel. Pay Grade 6. One hundred eighty-six days worked per year (10 months). FLSA Non-Exempt.

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]