QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Graduate or equivalent. Ohio Department of Education & Workforce (ODEW) Aide Permit or willingness to obtain (the Board of DD will provide certification guidance if needed). Successful completion of pre-employment physical, BCI/FBI background check and mutiple database background checks as defined by Rule 5123-2-02. Must be physically capable to lift, carry, and move children in a safe manner.
 
DUTIES:
Assists in the instruction of children with developmental disabilities in all the curricular areas as defined by the child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
Also assists in the instruction of typically developing children within the classroom.
Works cooperatively as a team with the instructors/specialists.
Assists in implementation and maintenance of consistent behavorial plans.
Assists in maintaining stability in the classroom.
Assists preschool children in completing daily hygiene care. This could include diapering, restrooming, lifting and moving.
Assists in planning, preparing, developing, and implementing instructional activities and procedures to attain individualized goals and objectives of the children.
Assists in planning and supervising field trips and serves on committees planning special activities as well as in-hours program projects.
Assists in documentation of individual progress on the individual goals and objectives of the IEP; observes and records progress of children on graphs, charts, records, etc.
Attends and participates in parent/teacher conferences, screenings, staff meetings, and other meetings as required.
Completes all needed training for maintaining Step-Up-To-Quality (SUTQ) standards and ODEW Educational Aide Permit requirements.
Attends conferences, in-service training sessions, and other professional workshops.
Performs other related duties as required.
 
HOURS:
Full-time Seasonal - 9 month position during the academic school year.
7:30am to 3:15pm - Monday thru Thursday; 7:30am to 11:30am - Fridays. (35 hours per week)
Classroom located within the Hardin Houston Local School building.
SALARY:
Pay starting at $12.03 per hour or more based on relevant experience.
Benefits include Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS); medical, dental, vision, life insurance; paid sick and personal leave.
Nine paid Federal Holidays. Extended holiday period in December.