Special Education Educational Assistant

Lancaster City Schools; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster City Schools is seeking a Special Education Educational Assistant for our school community. The position supports students with special needs and requires a valid educational aide license and appropriate certifications.

The role involves working with students who may have emotional or behavioral challenges, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment in the classroom.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Valid license to practice as an educational aide.
• Passage of the Paraprofessional Test; two-year degree or CDA certification.
• Child Abuse certification.
• Child First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Communicable Disease Certification.
• Clear BCI/FBI report.
• Classroom experience with handicapped students.
• Ability to work with students who exhibit emotional or behavioral problems.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications may be found appropriate by the Superintendent.

Skills

Handicapped classroom experience

Emotional/behavioral support

Education

High school diploma

Two year degree or CDA Certification

Paraprofessional Test

Tools

Child Abuse Certification

Child First Aid and CPR Certification

Communicable Disease Certification

Job description

Special Education Educational Assistant

Location: TBD (Student Support)

Job Details

Job ID: 3878282

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Apr 19, 2025 7:14 PM (UTC)

Job Description

• A high school diploma
• A valid license to practice as an educational aide.
• Passage of the Paraprofessional Test, Two year degree or CDA Certification (as applicable)
• Child Abuse certification
• Child First Aid and CPR Certification
• Communicable Disease Certification
• Clear BCI/FBI report
• Classroom experience with handicapped students
• Must be able to deal appropriately with students who exhibit emotional or behavioral problems, aggressive behavior, or physical problems
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Michelle Williams
• 345 East Mulberry Street
• Lancaster, Ohio 43130
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]