Special Education Aide

Navin Elementary; Marysville (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Marysville Exempted Village School District Navin Elementary in Marysville, OH is seeking a Special Education Aide to provide personal care and academic support for students with disabilities. The role includes clerical support to teachers and collaboration with school staff.

Responsibilities range from behavior support and data recording to assisting in classrooms, supervising students, and facilitating lesson delivery. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in a busy school setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Aide permit or state license/certificate if needed.
• Alternative qualifications acceptable as determined by district.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and academic assistance to students with disabilities.
• Intervene to de-escalate behaviors as instructed.
• Supervise students during recreational activities.
• Assist with skill development and work completion as directed by teachers.
• accompany students to classes and activities outside special education
• Record data such as behavior charts and grades
• Support classroom environment and behavior management
• Communicate with staff and parents as guided by teacher
• Assist in creating instructional supplies and supporting substitutes
• Keep equipment and classroom organized
• Attend conferences and meetings as scheduled

Skills

First aid/CPR

Staff training

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Aide permit/licence

Alternative qualifications acceptable

Job description

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Special Education Aide

Marysville Exempted Village School District Navin Elementary - Marysville, Ohio Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5937653
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

REPORTS TO Principal and Director of Student Services

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular, full-time

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY: Provide personal care and academic assistance for students with disabilities and clerical support to an assigned teacher or teachers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist students with personal care as needed; for example, toileting, diapering and feeding.
• Intervene to control and de-escalate violent behavior, as needed and as instructed.
• Supervise students during recreational activities.
• Assist students with skill development and work completion as directed by the teacher.
• Accompany students to classes and activities outside of special education classes, as assigned.
• Record student data; for example, behavior charts and grades.
• Assist the teacher in creating a supportive environment and a positive behavior management system.
• Communicate with school personnel and parents as guided by the teacher, the Principal or the Special Education Coordinator.
• Make/copy instructional supplies.
• Assist substitute teachers with such things as the implementation of lesson plans and the observance of the daily schedule.
• Assist in keeping the equipment clean and the special education classroom neat and organized.
• Observe the assigned work schedule.
• Attend student conferences as assigned.
• Attend all building and Special Education staff meetings, unless excused.
• Maintain the confidentiality of information that is not public domain.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a role model for students in the practice of ethical principles, responsible behavior and democratic values.
• Maintain an appropriate personal appearance.
• Observe all safety and health regulations of the school district.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher, the Principal and/or the Special Education Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Aide permit or other appropriate State license/certificate if needed.
• Alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Willingness to acquire first aid and CPR training.
• Willingness to participate in other recommended training programs; for example, behavior management and Crisis Prevention Training.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to work effectively with children who may have severe physical or behavioral disabilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively with adults.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED

• Various office machines, such as calculators, copiers, laminating machines.
• Computer/printer.
• Various instructional equipment, such as VCR’s, tape recorders, slide projectors.
• Some specialized equipment used by students with disabilities; for example, amplification devices, medical devices and specialized computers.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
• Van training as required or requested.
• Possible interaction with unruly or angry children, or distraught adults.
• Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, stretch, reach with hands and arms, stoop, crouch and kneel.
• Frequent requirement to lift, carry, push and pull various items; for example, adaptive equipment, up to 25 lbs.
• Possible requirement to lift children, restrain children, push wheelchairs or otherwise assist with ambulation.

NOTE: The above lists may not be ranked in order of importance.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

• Length of Employment: One Year Limited Contract
• Salary: Based on current classified salary schedule with appropriate experience and training.
• Fringe Benefits: Based on current classified handbook.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $21.22 to $26.90 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Scott Philabaum , Director of Human Resources
• Marysville Schools Central Office
• Marysville, Ohio 43040
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]