Special Education Aide: Supportive Student Care

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

Job summary

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Missouri is seeking a Teacher Aide for the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD). The position offers a base salary of $25,248–$29,472 and requires a high school diploma or GED.

The role involves assisting teachers, implementing instructional programs, and supporting students with disabilities in daily activities. Applicants may be eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, required for eligibility.
• Experience working with individuals with severe disabilities is 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 daily self-care needs of students (e.g., diapering, feeding, hand washing, tooth brushing).
• Follow student-specific health care procedures as trained by the school nurse.
• Assist with arrival/dismissal transfers of students to/from bus and classroom.
• Provide a safe school environment for students.
• Participate in 15 hours of in-service in the first year and 10 hours each subsequent year.
• Maintain confidentiality of parent, student and staff PI information.
• Maintain CPR certification at Basic Life Support level.

Skills

CPR certification

Experience with disabilities

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Missouri is seeking a Teacher Aide for the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD). The position offers a base salary of $25,248–$29,472 and requires a high school diploma or GED.

The role involves assisting teachers, implementing instructional programs, and supporting students with disabilities in daily activities. Applicants may be eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials.