Special Education Aide - Inclusive Classroom Support

Senior Plus; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life & LTD

IPERS

Flex spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Paid leave and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Senior Plus in Johnston, Iowa, seeks a Special Education Plus Associate to assist in providing educational experiences for special education students. The role requires working under the supervising teacher and principal to support curriculum delivery and student welfare.

The position emphasizes collaboration, punctuality, and confidentiality, with duties ranging from classroom assistance to student supervision and materials preparation. A criminal background check is required after offer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to relate to children with special needs.
• Possess collaborative and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists in supervising students in the classroom and other areas of the school facility.
• Assists staff in preparation of materials and equipment used in the classroom.
• Works with groups or individual students in daily routines under teacher’s direction.
• Provides personal care assistance as needed (toileting, feeding, lifting with safe techniques).
• Keeps teacher/administrator informed of student-related matters, maintains records, and supports IEP development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relate to children with special needs

Collaborative skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Senior Plus in Johnston, Iowa, seeks a Special Education Plus Associate to assist in providing educational experiences for special education students. The role requires working under the supervising teacher and principal to support curriculum delivery and student welfare.

The position emphasizes collaboration, punctuality, and confidentiality, with duties ranging from classroom assistance to student supervision and materials preparation. A criminal background check is required after offer.