Special Education Assistant - RBT

About the Employer

Requirements

• Ability to meet the requirements and apply for an Educational Aide Permit with the Ohio Department of Education
• Ability to work effectively with students, including those who display aggressive, abusive, or inappropriate verbal and/or physical behavior
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively
• Organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing situations
• Ability to assume responsibility for supervising students
• Knowledge and ability to apply behavior management techniques in enforcing school discipline in an appropriate context
• Physical strength and ability required to lift, assist restrain, or pursue handicapped students
• Clerical skills; including knowledge of office machines

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 48 semester hours of secondary education or have passed the Praxis Parapro Exam
• One or two years related experience working with students with disabilities is preferred
• Must pass the written test or meet the educational requirements of the "No Child Left Behind Act"

Job Description

Reports to: Building Principal/Special Education Supervisor Work Schedule: 7.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday Salary: $30,899.00 starting annual salary

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with computers preferred
• Maintains a good attendance record and is punctual