SPED Aide

About the role

The SPED Teacher's Aide plays a crucial role in supporting the SPED classroom teacher by assisting with the daily program implementation, supervising students, and managing the learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the implementation of the daily program under the direction of the SPED teacher.
• Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers, and preparing needed materials and supplies for students' daily activities.
• Work individually or in small groups with students to review classroom instruction, listen to reading groups, or assist answering questions.
• Supervise outside playground activities.
• Help with general housekeeping tasks.
• Aid the SPED teacher in any other appropriate ways.
• Perform clerical tasks.
• Treat all children with dignity and respect.
• Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences, including in-service training as may be required by the district.
• Operate and care for instructional equipment used in the classroom.
• Follow directions given by head SPED teacher or immediate supervisor.

Student Management

• Assist with the supervision of students outside the classroom such as: field trips, during play period, lunchroom activities, dismissal, etc.
• Supervise the classroom when the SPED teacher is out of the room.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; support the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Strong time management & organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
• Establish excellent interpersonal skills between all stakeholders: being courteous, professional, and helpful; Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), Negotiating and Influencing.
• Ability to consistently be at work, be on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications.
• Look for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
• Consistently strive to implement best practices and positive character education.

Job Requirements

• High School degree, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background check.
• Experience in working with children, preferably children with disabilities.
• Be in the process of becoming professionally prepared to supervise young children.