Special Education Aide

Marysville Schools; Millcreek Meadows (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe benefits based on classified handbook

Job summary

Marysville Schools in Millcreek Meadows, Ohio, is hiring an assistant to provide academic and personal support to students. The role includes assisting in educational development and monitoring student progress, and requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities also involve collaborating with professionals like teachers and therapists while maintaining a supportive classroom environment. Competitive salary and benefits based on experience apply to this one-year limited contract position.

Qualifications

• Ability to acquire first aid and CPR training.
• Effective communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with children having severe disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and personal assistance to students.
• Assist in the educational development under guidance.
• Support students with emotional or behavioral concerns.

Skills

Communication

Behavior management

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Aide permit or appropriate State license

Tools

Office machines

Instructional equipment

Computer/word processor

Job description

Position Summary

Provide academic and personal assistance to students to achieve academic success.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the principal and classroom teachers.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress.
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom.
• Work with other professionals, such as guidance counselors, speech therapists, social workers, occupational and physical therapists.
• Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records.
• Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills.
• Accompany students to classes and activities outside of special education classes, as assigned.
• Assist the teacher in creating a supportive environment and a positive behavior management system.
• 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.
• Maintain the confidentiality of information that is not public domain.
• Communicate with school personnel and parents as guided by the teacher, the Principal or the Special Education Coordinator.
• Make and 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.

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, word processor, printer.
• Various instructional equipment.
• 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Marysville Exempted Village School District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is in compliance with SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973.