Special Education Aide: Student Support & Behavior Management

Parma City School District; United States; On-site; USD 23,227 - 28,388; Full time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and either 48 semester hours of secondary education or a passed PRAXIS PARAPRO exam. Responsibilities include assisting in discipline management, effective communication, and ensuring a supportive educational environment. Experience with special needs students is preferred. This role offers a full-time schedule with a starting salary of $25,808.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have a minimum of 48 semester hours of secondary education or pass the PRAXIS PARAPRO exam.
• One or two years related experience with students with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist and supervise students with disabilities.
• Communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively.
• Apply behavior management techniques to enforce discipline.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Behavior management techniques

Clerical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 semester hours of secondary education or PRAXIS PARAPRO exam

Job description

A local school district is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and either 48 semester hours of secondary education or a passed PRAXIS PARAPRO exam. Responsibilities include assisting in discipline management, effective communication, and ensuring a supportive educational environment. Experience with special needs students is preferred. This role offers a full-time schedule with a starting salary of $25,808.