Special Education Personal Aide

Sikeston Public Schools; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Sikeston Public Schools is seeking a Classified Staff member for Junior High to assist students with personal and instructional needs during the school day. The role focuses on creating a well-organized environment where students can maximize participation in instructional activities.

The position requires a high school diploma, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work under supervision with teachers and staff.

Qualifications

• Education level required: high school diploma.
• Must be able to follow teacher instructions and work with students accordingly.
• Background checks will be completed as required by the Board of Education and district policy.

Responsibilities

• Assists student in transportation when needed.
• Provides personal care to students with daily living needs as required.
• Supports 1:1 and small group instruction in special education or general education settings.
• Refers issues to professional staff as appropriate.
• Works with students at school, in community sites, and during outings.
• Prepares instructional materials as directed by the teacher.
• Reinforces instructional and behavioral objectives.
• Provides clerical support for student records (charting, attendance, progress notes).
• Assists with supervision during recess, lunch, and playtime.
• Maintains confidentiality of students and families.
• Follows teacher directions and written plans.
• Works well in a team and remains flexible.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Working well with students

Ability to follow teacher instructions

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer knowledge

Assistive technology

Job description

2026-2027

Junior High

Classified Staff Opening

2026-2027

Reports To: Building Principal and Assigned Classroom Teacher

General Summary: To assist the student with personal and instructional needs throughout the school day and to provide a well-organized, smooth functioning environment in which the student can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials.

Essential Functions

• Assists student in accessing transportation if needed.
• Provides personal care to student with special daily living needs (e.g. toileting, feeding, physical management) if needed
• Provides review and practice of skills taught by a teacher with students 1:1 and in small groups in special education classroom and/or regular classroom.
• Refers problems to professional staff.
• Works with student in schools and in community sites and outings.
• Prepares instructional materials as directed/selected by teacher.
• Reinforces instructional/behavioral objectives.
• Provides clerical assistance to maintaining student records (charting, assignments, attendance, data for progress notes.)
• Assists with the supervision of student during recess, lunchroom, and on the playground.
• Maintain the confidentiality of students and their families.
• Reinforces instructional and behavioral objectives for children.
• Exhibits the ability to follow teacher directions and written plans.
• Has the ability to work in a team setting and be flexible.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education Level - high school diploma
• Qualifications - Working well with students & Ability to follow the instruction of the teacher(s) to whom the aide is assigned.
• Other requirements Must successfully pass a background check that is satisfactory to the Board of Education. Excellent organizational skills, oral and written skills, time management, and telephone skills. Computer knowledge and assistive technology.

Evaluated By: Assigned Teacher and Building Principal

Length of Contract: Follows School Calendar

Type of Position: Nonexempt

EOE

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Responsibilities and duties assigned are at the discretion of the superintendent.