Special Needs Classroom Aide & Support

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; East Meadows (WV); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Roane County Board of Education is seeking a classroom aide to support teachers with instruction and student supervision. The role includes providing individual attention, setting up instructional materials, and assisting with bus duty and library tasks.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and an Aide certificate issued by the WV Department of Education; background checks and trainings are part of the onboarding process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; actively pursuing GED is acceptable.
• Must hold an Aide or higher certificate issued by the WV Department of Education.
• Criminal background check may be required as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual or small group instruction under the supervision of teacher.
• Provide students with individualized attention.
• Set up and operate equipment for instruction.
• Help teacher prepare materials for instruction.
• Assist teacher with bus duty in escorting students to and from the bus.
• Provide library assistance to students.
• Assist with preparing snacks for students as needed.
• Remain aware and alert of medication administered to students.
• Assist and supervise special needs students in a regular classroom setting.
• Modify materials and instructional activities for special needs students.
• Secure students in car seats, seat belts, harnesses, etc., while in transport.
• Assist students as instructed in physical therapy activities.
• Practice good safety habits and have knowledge of basic first aid.
• Foster a classroom climate conducive to learning.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Aide certificate (WVDE)

Tools

Basic computer operations

Job description

Roane County Board of Education is seeking a classroom aide to support teachers with instruction and student supervision. The role includes providing individual attention, setting up instructional materials, and assisting with bus duty and library tasks.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and an Aide certificate issued by the WV Department of Education; background checks and trainings are part of the onboarding process.