Special Education Aide: Empower Learning & Support

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuscaloosa City Schools seeks a Special Education Aide to support certified teachers in serving students with special needs. The role involves assisting with academic, therapeutic, and recreational activities under supervision, working with small groups, and helping with instructional materials and classroom routines.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with 48 college credits or an associate's degree, and passing the Work Keys Test as mandated by the Alabama Department of

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and 48 semester hours of credit from a four-year college/university or an associate's degree.
• Passed the Work Keys Test as mandated by the Alabama State Department of Education.
• Must meet the suitability criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.

Responsibilities

• Performs academic, therapeutic, and recreational tasks under the supervision of a certified special education teacher(s).
• Works with small groups to reinforce material and re-teach when necessary.
• Assists in routine classroom clerical and housekeeping duties.
• Assists with preparing instructional aids, bulletin boards, and learning displays.
• Assists with non-instructional classroom duties such as snack, personal hygiene, and clothing needs.

Skills

Work Keys Test

Strong communication

Observational ability

Education

High school diploma or GED + 48 semester hours

Associate's degree

Job description

Tuscaloosa City Schools seeks a Special Education Aide to support certified teachers in serving students with special needs. The role involves assisting with academic, therapeutic, and recreational activities under supervision, working with small groups, and helping with instructional materials and classroom routines.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with 48 college credits or an associate's degree, and passing the Work Keys Test as mandated by the Alabama Department of