Special Education Aide

Young World Physical Education; Pataskala (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Heights Local Schools is seeking a Special Education Aide to support identified students in regular or special education settings. You will assist with daily living and academic tasks, implement behavior plans, and help during individual or small group instruction under the supervision of the building principal and SPED director.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, an Educational Aide Permit, and 1–2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Educational Aide Permit from State Board of Education.
• 1–2 years related experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional attitude toward confidential information.
• Be familiar with current IEP and its implementation.
• Assist students in meeting daily living needs and academic needs.
• Assist identified student(s) during individual and small group instruction.
• Implement behavior management plans and tutoring per IEP/teacher guidance.
• Assist with classroom activities, field trips, and conferences.

Skills

Mentoring & guidance

Strong communication

Collaboration

Professional development

Strategic planning

Community engagement

Education

Educational Aide Permit

HS diploma or GED

1–2 years related experience

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

LICKING HEIGHTS BOARD OF EDUCATION

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: SPECIAL EDUCATION AIDE

RESPONSIBLE TO: BUILDING PRINCIPAL / SPECIAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR

INTRODUCTION:

At Licking Heights Local Schools, our commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable, personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework, addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies, ensures that every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens.

To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools, staff members must embody a range of skills, including:

• Passion for education and student well-being
• Effective mentoring and guidance for students
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Continuous learning and professional development
• Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making
• Openness to two-way communication and community engagement

We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction, providing ongoing professional development aligned with our district's vision, and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school, career, and life.

JOB GOAL: To assist the identified student(s), who are enrolled in the regular education or special education program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• One to two years related experience preferred
• Required to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds
• Willing to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board Of Education may find appropriate
• Educational Aide Permit from the State Board of Education

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintain a professional attitude toward confidential information.
2. Be familiar with the current IEP and its implementation.
3. Assist student(s) in meeting daily living needs.
4. Assist with student’s academic needs, as determined by the IEP and teacher direction.
5. Assist the identified student(s) during individual and small group instruction, implementing behavior management plans, tutoring, etc.
6. Assist the classroom instructor with disaster drills, field trips, parent conferences, recess, etc.
7. Seek assistance from immediate supervisor or special education coordinator as needed.
8. Perform any other duties as assigned by building principal or special education coordinator as pertains to job goals.

WORK CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics, described here, are not listed in order of importance, and are representative of those an employee encounters while completing the duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

• Frequent work that may extend beyond the normal workday
• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
• Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
• Occasional interaction among unruly children/adults
• Many situations that require hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing and writing
• Consistent requirements to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read and speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel and climb and stoop
• Consistent requirements to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds

EVALUATION: Performance of these responsibilities will be evaluated by the Special Education Director and the Building Principals in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy.

REVISED:

October 12, 2009

February 29, 2016

March 30, 2016

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Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kim Bratz
• 6507 Summit Road Suite A
• Pataskala, Ohio 43062
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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Job Details

Job ID: 5879655

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

LICKING HEIGHTS BOARD OF EDUCATION

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: SPECIAL EDUCATION AIDE

RESPONSIBLE TO: BUILDING PRINCIPAL / SPECIAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR

INTRODUCTION:

At Licking Heights Local Schools, our commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable, personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework, addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies, ensures that every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens.

To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools, staff members must embody a range of skills, including:

• Passion for education and student well-being
• Effective mentoring and guidance for students
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Continuous learning and professional development
• Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making
• Openness to two-way communication and community engagement

We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction, providing ongoing professional development aligned with our district's vision, and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school, career, and life.

JOB GOAL: To assist the identified student(s), who are enrolled in the regular education or special education program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• One to two years related experience preferred
• Required to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds
• Willing to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board Of Education may find appropriate
• Educational Aide Permit from the State Board of Education

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintain a professional attitude toward confidential information.
2. Be familiar with the current IEP and its implementation.
3. Assist student(s) in meeting daily living needs.
4. Assist with student’s academic needs, as determined by the IEP and teacher direction.
5. Assist the identified student(s) during individual and small group instruction, implementing behavior management plans, tutoring, etc.
6. Assist the classroom instructor with disaster drills, field trips, parent conferences, recess, etc.
7. Seek assistance from immediate supervisor or special education coordinator as needed.
8. Perform any other duties as assigned by building principal or special education coordinator as pertains to job goals.

WORK CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics, described here, are not listed in order of importance, and are representative of those an employee encounters while completing the duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

• Frequent work that may extend beyond the normal workday
• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
• Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
• Occasional interaction among unruly children/adults
• Many situations that require hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing and writing
• Consistent requirements to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read and speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel and climb and stoop
• Consistent requirements to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds

EVALUATION: Performance of these responsibilities will be evaluated by the Special Education Director and the Building Principals in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy.

REVISED:

October 12, 2009

February 29, 2016

March 30, 2016

hb resign