Teacher Aide

Young World Physical Education

Kentucky

On-site

USD 22,000 - 29,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Putnam County ESC is seeking a Teacher Aide to support students with special needs. This role works under the guidance of teachers to implement daily instructional activities and assist with classroom preparations.

Proficiency in operating assistive devices and providing safe, compassionate support is expected. The position requires commitment to background checks, obtaining an Educational Aide Permit, and participating in trainings such as First Aid and CPR.

Qualifications

Experience and/or desire to work with children with special needs and disabilities preferred.
Assist in classroom preparations under the guidance of teacher with daily educational instruction.
Ability to lift or transfer students and operate personal assistive devices as needed.
Willingness to obtain required permits, background checks, and trainings (First Aid/CPR).

Responsibilities

Assist teachers with daily instructional activities and classroom routines.
Provide close supervision and support to students while promoting independence.
Help set up instructional materials and adapt activities for individual student needs.

Skills

Special needs experience

Assist in classroom

Assistive devices operation

Education

Educational Aide Permit

Job description

Teacher Aide

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Job Details

Job ID: 5875691

Application Deadline: Aug 21, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 07, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

POSITION: Teacher Aide

Qualifications

Experience and/or desire to work with children with special needs and disabilities preferred;
Assist in classroom preparations under the guidance of teacher and/or supervisor with daily educational instruction and skills according to individual student needs; including operation of personal assistive devices (iPads, communication devices);
Physical ability to assist with needs of student such as lifting or carrying in excess of 50 lbs., including wheelchair transfers;
Provide close supervision of students while allowing students to seek independence with reasonable precautions to ensure student safety;
Candidate should have motivation to work with students who have academic, social and behavioral needs;
Meet the qualifications as defined in the Ohio Operating Standards for Education of Children with Disabilities and policies of the Local, State, and Federal government.
Responsible for obtaining and maintaining Educational Aide Permit, pass criminal background checks, and willing to take trainings as required to meet the needs of the students such as First Aid and CPR.

Location

Pandora-Gilboa

DAYS and HOURS

Days determined by the school calendar of the district you are assigned. Days worked are days paid, typically calendar is 180 days and 6 hours days or as assigned by the Putnam County ESC Superintendent.

SALARY

Starting rate is $18.60 per hour through Dedicated School Staffing
Enrollment in the School Employees Retirement System is included with this position.

DEADLINE: August 21, 2026

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Welcome to Putnam County ESC

The Putnam County Educational Service Center provides educational opportunities to nine rural school districts in Ohio. These districts include Columbus Grove, Continental, Ft. Jennings, Kalida, Leipsic, Miller City-New Cleveland, Ottawa-Glandorf, Ottoville, and Pandora-Gilboa. In addition, The Putnam County ESC has both school age and preschool age classrooms within the nine school districts providing services to children with special needs and their families.

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