Special Education Aide

Position: Program Aide

Qualifications/Minimum Requirements

• Hold a paraprofessional letter of approval.
• Pleasant collaborative personality and maintain a professional appearance.
• Able to work with and around children.
• Ability to operate tech equipment.
• Possess keyboarding skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Emotionally and physically able to perform duties required of the position.
• Have a good command of the English language.
• Basic knowledge of first aid and health room procedures.
• Possess general knowledge of office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with students with disabilities to provide physical, emotional, and academic support, encouraging their full participation and success in the school environment.
• Assist in creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning atmosphere in collaboration with teachers and staff.
• Supervise students in various school settings, including classrooms, libraries, and playgrounds.
• Assist students with daily tasks such as transitioning between rooms, dressing, using the restroom, and following school expectations.
• Support instructional activities by reinforcing lessons, guiding small groups, administering assessments, and performing curriculum-related tasks as directed by the teacher.
• Perform basic tasks to assist students, such as sharpening pencils, carrying materials, or handling other similar duties as needed.
• Foster supportive, professional relationships with students, promoting independence while avoiding excessive emotional reliance.
• Address and correct disruptive behaviors constructively and consistently, following guidance from school staff.
• Maintain accurate student attendance records and assist with documentation related to student activities.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure students’ academic and behavioral goals are met effectively.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with students, staff, and families to promote a collaborative school environment.

Terms of Employment

• When school is in session 6 hours per day.

Benefits

• The O’Fallon Support Personnel Federation Collective Bargaining Agreement outlines the salary and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students.

Terms of Employment

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