2026-2027 Special Education Aide

Special Education Aide

At Licking Heights Local Schools, our commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable, personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework, addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies, ensures that every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens.

To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools, staff members must embody a range of skills, including:

• Passion for education and student well-being
• Effective mentoring and guidance for students
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Continuous learning and professional development
• Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making
• Openness to two-way communication and community engagement

We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction, providing ongoing professional development aligned with our district's vision, and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school, career, and life.

Job Goal: To assist the identified student(s), who are enrolled in the regular education or special education program.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• One to two years related experience preferred
• Required to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds
• Willing to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board Of Education may find appropriate
• Educational Aide Permit from the State Board of Education

Performance Responsibilities:

• Maintain a professional attitude toward confidential information.
• Be familiar with the current IEP and its implementation.
• Assist student(s) in meeting daily living needs.
• Assist with student's academic needs, as determined by the IEP and teacher direction.
• Assist the identified student(s) during individual and small group instruction, implementing behavior management plans, tutoring, etc.
• Assist the classroom instructor with disaster drills, field trips, parent conferences, recess, etc.
• Seek assistance from immediate supervisor or special education coordinator as needed.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by building principal or special education coordinator as pertains to job goals.

Work Conditions:

• Frequent work that may extend beyond the normal workday
• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
• Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
• Occasional interaction among unruly children/adults
• Many situations that require hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing and writing
• Consistent requirements to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read and speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel and climb and stoop
• Consistent requirements to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds

Evaluation: Performance of these responsibilities will be evaluated by the Special Education Director and the Building Principals in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy.