Special Needs Classroom Aide

State-of-Missour; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 25,248 - 29,472; Full time

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is seeking a Teacher Aide in the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD). The role supports teachers by implementing student instructional programs, following behavior plans, and assisting with daily activities and health procedures.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED; experience with individuals with severe disabilities is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience with individuals with severe disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement student instructional program as directed by teacher.
• Follow behavior support plans of individual students.
• Accommodate for each student’s individual communication needs.
• Follow daily schedule of work activities.
• Perform the daily self-care needs of students (e.g., diapering, feeding, hand washing, tooth brushing etc.).
• Follow student specific special health care procedures as trained by the school nurse.
• Assist with arrival/dismissal transfer of students to/from bus and classroom.
• Provide a safe school environment for students.
• Participate in 15 hours of in-service first year of employment and 10 hours each year thereafter.
• Maintain confidentiality of parent, student and staff personally identifiable information.
• Maintain CPR certification at the level determined by the American Heart Association or Red Cross as Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers.

Skills

Instructional support

Behavior management

Student communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is seeking a Teacher Aide in the Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD). The role supports teachers by implementing student instructional programs, following behavior plans, and assisting with daily activities and health procedures.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED; experience with individuals with severe disabilities is preferred.