Auxiliary Support Aide

Job Title

Candidate must be local to Columbus, Ohio for consideration. MUST HAVE:

• Available to work on an ON-Call, Emergency, Temporary, and/or Substitute ONLY basis.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Vehicle or Reliable Transportation.
• ASL - American Sign Language (OSD Only)
• Ability to clear federal background check and drug screen.

Essential Functions:

• Assisting PreK-12 blind/deaf children and teachers in executing programs focused on academics, vocational, independent living, transitional and social growth.
• Redirecting students when difficulties arise.
• Supervising students in dorms, classroom, cafeteria, hallways, playground, restrooms, etc.
• Assisting students on/off transportation vehicles.
• Escorting students to different areas of the school.
• Assisting in emergency situations.
• Assisting students with emotional, physical and personal needs.
• Assisting in other day to day general tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years as a Home Healthcare Aide or Classroom/Dorm Student Aide experience.
• Degree in Early Childhood Education or Special Education preferred.
• Experience working with autistic or MD children preferred.
• Experience working with deaf/blind K-12 students preferred.
• Ability to lift 30-100 pounds.
• Ability to ergonomically perform navigational task with student (push, pull, lift).

Education/Certification:

• CPI Certification Preferred.
• CPR Certification Preferred.
• ASL American Sign Language skills - or the desire to learn ASL
• Educational Aide Permit- (preferred)