Special Education Aide: Student Support & Care

State of Missouri; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri seeks a Teacher Aide in the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD) program. The role supports students under teacher direction, helps implement instructional plans and ensures a safe, respectful classroom environment.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED; experience with severe disabilities is preferred. Salary is listed as a base range with potential adjustments for years of service or shift differentials.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Experience working with individuals with severe disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement student instructional program as directed by teacher.
• Follow behavior support plans of individual students.
• Accommodate for each student’s individual communication needs.
• Follow daily schedule of work activities.
• Perform the daily self-care needs of students (e.g., diapering, feeding, hand washing, tooth brushing etc.).
• Follow student specific health care procedures as trained by the school nurse.
• Assist with arrival/dismissal transfer of students to/from bus and classroom.
• Provide a safe school environment for students.
• Maintain confidentiality of parent, student and staff personally identifiable information.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

State of Missouri seeks a Teacher Aide in the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD) program. The role supports students under teacher direction, helps implement instructional plans and ensures a safe, respectful classroom environment.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED; experience with severe disabilities is preferred. Salary is listed as a base range with potential adjustments for years of service or shift differentials.