Special Education Aide — Empower Students & Support Team

Stone Ridge Elementary; Piedmont (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Stone Ridge Elementary in Piedmont, Oklahoma is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support instructional delivery and assist in implementing IEPs for students. Immediate start available.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and Paraprofessional Certification (OSDE), with duties spanning classroom support, student supervision, and safety. Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, assisting with behavior guidance, and using assistive technology when needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Paraprofessional Certification (OSDE) required or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Works cooperatively with the classroom teacher in the implementation of the instructional program.
• Helps children achieve success and develop positive feelings about themselves and school.
• Serves as model in developing children's language and behavior.
• Assists the certified teacher(s) or related service personnel in implementing the student(s) IEP.
• Assists in preparing for instruction (collecting and/or creating resource materials, manipulatives, visual and other teaching aids).
• Assists in the personal care of the child/children.
• Ensures the safety of the child/children.
• Provides supports necessary because of physical, health or behavioral concerns to enable a child to access the educational program.
• Uses assistive technology if needed by the student(s).
• Assists in supervising activities during the contract day.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
• Maintains professional and cooperative relationships with teachers, colleagues, patrons, students, and administrators.
• Abides by all district, state and federal laws, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested by the Supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma or GED Diploma

Paraprofessional Certification (OSDE)

Job description

Stone Ridge Elementary in Piedmont, Oklahoma is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support instructional delivery and assist in implementing IEPs for students. Immediate start available.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and Paraprofessional Certification (OSDE), with duties spanning classroom support, student supervision, and safety. Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, assisting with behavior guidance, and using assistive technology when needed.