Early Childhood SPED Instructional Care Aide
About The Position
Make a Daily Difference in a Student’s Life. If you’re someone who believes every child deserves patience, encouragement, and someone in their corner, this role puts you right where you’re needed most. As a SPED Instructional Care Aide, you become part of a mission that matters—helping students with special needs grow, learn, and shine in an environment built on compassion and support. This isn’t just another job. It’s meaningful, hands‑on work where your presence, your voice, and your care directly shape a student’s day. You’ll be the steady guide who helps them navigate challenges, celebrate victories, and feel safe and supported every step of the way. 🌟 What You’ll Do (And Why It Matters) Every day brings new opportunities to make a real impact. You’ll work closely with teachers, therapists, and school staff to create a learning environment where students feel understood, valued, and capable. Your responsibilities include:
Requirements
- Experience working with children
- Basic computer skills
- 60+ college credit hours
- Associate’s degree or higher
- Passing score on the Missouri ParaPro or Paraprofessional Assessment
- Completion of Missouri’s online Substitute Training Program
- Valid Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle
- Lift up to 10 lbs occasionally
- Walk or stand for extended periods
Nice To Haves
- Experience in educational settings
- Tutoring or small‑group instruction experience with young children
Responsibilities
- Assist students during transitions, recess, meals, specialized classes, and community outings
- Help students navigate their day with confidence and consistency
- Implement behavior plans with care and clarity
- Reinforce positive strategies and track progress
- Help students build emotional and social skills
- Support small‑group learning, reading activities, and classroom engagement
- Assist with testing and individualized instruction
- Encourage participation and celebrate growth
- Provide essential care such as feeding, toileting, lifting, and mobility support
- Assist with specialized medical needs as trained
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and dignified environment for every student
- Keep materials organized and accessible
- Prepare learning spaces for daily activities
- Help maintain a structured, welcoming classroom
- Communicate student needs clearly and professionally
- Support substitute teachers and classroom staff
- Participate in conferences, meetings, and team discussions
- Attend workshops and specialized training
- Learn strategies that support IEP goals
- Build skills that strengthen your impact and career path
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
