Special Education Assistant w/RBT

Parma City School District; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 27,809 - 33,988; Full time

Job summary

Parma City School District in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking an Educational Aide to support students with disabilities. The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 48 semester hours in secondary education or passing the PRAXIS PARAPRO exam.

The successful candidate will assist in managing classroom behavior and ensuring a positive learning environment. Strong clerical and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work with physically demanding students.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 48 semester hours of secondary education or have passed the PRAXIS PARAPRO exam.
• Ability to meet the requirements and apply for an Educational Aide Permit with the Ohio Department of Education.
• Must pass the written test or meet the educational requirements as per the 'No Child Left Behind Act'.

Skills

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly

Organizational and problem solving skills

Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations

Knowledge of behavior management techniques

Clerical skills; including knowledge of office machines

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 semester hours of secondary education or PRAXIS PARAPRO exam

Job description

Overview

Reports To: Building Principal/Special Education Supervisor

Work Schedule: 7.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday

Salary: $30,899.00 starting annual salary

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a minimum of 48 semester hours of secondary education or have passed the PRAXIS PARAPRO exam
• One or two years related experience working with students with disabilities is preferred
• Must pass the written test or meet the educational requirements of the "No Child Left Behind Act"
• Ability to meet the requirements and apply for an Educational Aide Permit with the Ohio Department of Education
• Ability to work effectively with students, this may include students who display aggressive, abusive, or inappropriate verbal and/or physical behavior
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing situations
• Ability to assume responsibility for supervising students
• Knowledge and ability to apply behavior management techniques in enforcing school discipline in an appropriate context
• Must possess the physical strength and ability required to lift, assist restrain, or pursue handicapped students
• Clerical skills; including knowledge of office machines
• Previous experience working with computers preferred
• Maintains a good attendance record and is punctual