Special Education Support Assistant

Licking Heights School District; Pataskala (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Heights School District in Pataskala, Ohio, is seeking a Special Education Aide to support students within the regular or special education program. This role focuses on assisting with daily living and academic needs per IEP, under building staff guidance.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, an Educational Aide Permit, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds; prior school experience is preferred. This is a full-time position with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to two years related experience preferred.
• Educational Aide Permit from the State Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional attitude toward confidential information.
• Be familiar with the current IEP and its implementation.
• Assist student(s) in meeting daily living needs.
• Assist with student’s academic needs, as determined by the IEP and teacher direction.
• Assist the identified student(s) during individual and small group instruction, implementing behavior management plans, tutoring, etc.
• Assist the classroom instructor with disaster drills, field trips, parent conferences, recess, etc.
• Seek assistance from immediate supervisor or special education coordinator as needed.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by building principal or special education coordinator as pertains to job goals.

Skills

Lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Educational Aide Permit from the State Board of Education

Job description

Licking Heights School District in Pataskala, Ohio, is seeking a Special Education Aide to support students within the regular or special education program. This role focuses on assisting with daily living and academic needs per IEP, under building staff guidance.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, an Educational Aide Permit, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds; prior school experience is preferred. This is a full-time position with ongoing professional development.