Educational Aide (Special Education)
About The Position
This position is located at Bolden Elementary School in Beaufort, South Carolina, within the Department of Defense Education Activity South East District. The Educational Aide supports students in special education and general education classroom settings, working with students in accordance with plans developed by the specialist and educator. The work is performed in a classroom setting. The role includes monitoring students during different parts of the school day, providing assistance with personal care and daily needs, supporting classroom educational activities, and preparing instructional materials. The aide also performs administrative tasks and participates in parent-teacher conferences.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience that prepared the applicant to perform the work; qualifying general experience is progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work indicating the ability to acquire the knowledge and skills needed for the duties.
- Alternatively, qualify based on education alone with two years (60 semester hours) of education above high school.
- A combination of qualifying education and general experience may be used if the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service.
- Direct deposit of pay is required.
- Appointment is subject to a suitability/fitness determination based on a background investigation; a Tier 1 investigation with Childcare Checks is required.
- A two-year trial period may be required.
- Foreign degrees and coursework from non-accredited institutions must meet one of the stated evaluation or validation procedures before acceptance.
Responsibilities
- Monitor students during various phases of the school day.
- Assist students with toileting, feeding, eating, and personal hygiene.
- Support educational efforts in the Special Education classroom and general education classroom as needed.
- Perform administrative tasks such as maintaining attendance records, filing, scheduling, and reviewing assignments.
- Work with students in accordance with plans developed by the specialist and educator.
- Participate in parent-teacher conferences.
- Prepare instructional materials related to classroom lessons.
Benefits
- Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits eligibility depends on position type.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
