Early Childhood Special Education - Instructional Care Aide

AOS Staffing • St. Louis, MO

1d • $22

About The Position

Are you ready to be a champion for students with special needs? Join a team where compassion meets purpose, and every day is a chance to make a meaningful difference. As a SPED Instructional Care Aide, you’ll be the steady support behind students’ academic growth and personal development—helping them thrive in and beyond the classroom. What You’ll Do This isn’t just a job—it’s a calling. You’ll work side-by-side with teachers to create a safe, engaging, and empowering environment for students with special needs.

Requirements

• Experience working with children
• Basic computer skills
• 60+ college credit hours
• Associate’s degree or higher
• Passing score on Missouri ParaPro or Paraprofessional Assessment
• Completion of Missouri’s online Substitute training program
• Valid Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate

Nice To Haves

• Experience in educational settings
• Tutoring experience with young children

Responsibilities

• Guiding Students: Escort and supervise students during transitions, playtime, meals, specialized classes, and community outings.
• Behavior Support: Help implement behavior plans, track progress, and apply reinforcement strategies under teacher direction.
• Academic Assistance: Support test administration, reinforce learning in small groups, and help with reading, storytelling, and classroom activities.
• Health & Hygiene Care: Provide essential care such as feeding, toileting, lifting, and specialized medical procedures.
• Classroom Organization: Keep learning spaces tidy and materials ready for action.
• Team Communication: Share student concerns with teachers, assist substitutes, and engage in training and parent conferences.
• Professional Development: Attend workshops and specialized training to support IEP implementation and grow your skills.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree