Special Education Assistant

About the Employer

Job Summary

The IA - Special Education / Attendant provides individualized academic, behavioral, and personal care support to a designated student with specialized needs in a variety of learning environments. Working under the supervision of a licensed educator, the aide facilitates student participation in instructional activities, promotes independence, and ensures safety and consistency throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Associate Degree preferred.
• Current Educational Aide Permit from the Ohio Department of Education valid in Lakota Local Schools.
• Successful completion of applicable training (e.g., CPR/First Aid, Crisis Prevention).
• Prior classroom experience as an aide or paraprofessional preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.

Working Conditions

• 7 hours per day, 5 days per week and 184 days based on a school year calendar.
• Starting at $18.99 per hour plus $1.50 differential per hour based on verified experience (per current Lakota salary schedule).

Application Procedure

Apply online at www.lakotaonline.com through the Butler County Area Application Consortium.

Selection Procedure

Following the review of all internal applicants, administration will review all applicants who have completed an online application at www.lakotaonline.com. Current Lakota employees must create a user account and application in the Butler County Area Application Consortium to apply for these positions. Applicants that are offered positions shall be required to submit to an FBI/BCII criminal background check. Failure to satisfactorily pass the criminal background check based on the discretion of the board of education will preclude an individual from employment with the district.