Special Education Care Aide — Student Support & Safety

Lamar County School District; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar County School District is seeking a Special Education Personal Care Assistant for Oak Grove Elementary. The role supports students with complex care needs and assists the classroom teacher throughout the day.

The position involves mobility support, feeding assistance, and close collaboration with instructional staff to maintain a safe and conducive learning environment. Strong adherence to confidentiality and district policies is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assists teacher with diaper changing.
• Supports supervision of children as requested by the teacher.
• Assists with feeding of assigned students (including those with feeding tubes).
• Provides escort and assistance to assigned children as necessary.
• Works on student or students’ individual skills and self-help skills under teacher supervision.
• Operates and cares for classroom equipment for personal care and instructional needs.
• Assists with washing hands and toiletry needs of assigned student(s).
• Maintains confidentiality and ethical behavior as expected of highly qualified teachers.
• Performs other duties and tasks regarding personal care of students as assigned by supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the building administrator including before/after school duties.
• Follows all rules, policies, procedures, and relevant state/federal regulations.

Skills

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lamar County School District is seeking a Special Education Personal Care Assistant for Oak Grove Elementary. The role supports students with complex care needs and assists the classroom teacher throughout the day.

The position involves mobility support, feeding assistance, and close collaboration with instructional staff to maintain a safe and conducive learning environment. Strong adherence to confidentiality and district policies is required.