Special Ed Program Aide - Empower Student Success

The St; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Opportunity to make a positive impact

Job summary

A local school in O'Fallon is looking for a Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant to assist students with disabilities. This role requires a collaborative approach to create a supportive learning environment and involves supervising students, assisting with daily tasks, and reinforcing instructional activities. Candidates must have a paraprofessional letter of approval and the ability to work well with children. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to positively impact students' lives while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Emotionally and physically able to perform duties required of the position.
• Basic knowledge of first aid and health room procedures.
• Possess general knowledge of office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with students with disabilities to provide support.
• Assist in creating a safe and engaging learning atmosphere.
• Supervise students in various school settings.
• Assist students with daily tasks.
• Support instructional activities as directed by the teacher.
• Maintain accurate student attendance records.

Skills

Collaboration

Confidentiality

English language proficiency

Keyboarding skills

Ability to work with children

Education

Paraprofessional letter of approval

Job description

A local school in O'Fallon is looking for a Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant to assist students with disabilities. This role requires a collaborative approach to create a supportive learning environment and involves supervising students, assisting with daily tasks, and reinforcing instructional activities. Candidates must have a paraprofessional letter of approval and the ability to work well with children. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to positively impact students' lives while working in a supportive environment.