Special Education Aid
Hauppauge, NY - USA
Job Summary
Simply Innovative Therapies is seeking a caring dependable and motivated Special Education Aide to provide one-to-one support to a student in a school setting. The aide will assist the student throughout the school day with academic activities classroom routines transitions communication social participation and the development of greater independence.
The Special Education Aide will work closely with teachers related service providers school staff and supervisors to help the student participate successfully in the educational environment. The ideal candidate is patient professional and passionate about supporting students with diverse learning needs.
The position is available Monday through Friday September-June.
Candidates may apply for the full-day position or one of the part-day shifts.
- Provide individualized one-to-one support to an assigned student.
- Assist the student with classroom activities assignments and educational routines.
- Support the student during transitions between classrooms and school activities.
- Encourage communication social interaction participation and independence.
- Help the student remain organized and prepared throughout the school day.
- Reinforce skills taught by teachers and related service providers.
- Assist with lunch recess specials and other school activities as needed.
- Follow the students Individualized Education Program and other educational support plans.
- Provide redirection and behavioral support when needed.
- Promote a safe positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Collect basic information or documentation regarding the students participation and progress as directed.
- Communicate professionally with teachers supervisors and other members of the students educational team.
- Maintain student confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Participate in required training supervision and team meetings.