Educational Aide (Special Education)
About The Position
Irwin Intermediate School is part of the Fort Bragg Schools Community in the DoWEA Americas Mid-Atlantic District and serves students in grades 2–5. This position is located at the Department of War Education Activity, Mid-Atlantic District, Irwin Intermediate School, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Work is performed in a classroom setting. The Educational Aide supports students and educational activities in special education and general education classrooms. Duties include monitoring students throughout the school day; assisting with toileting, feeding, eating, and personal hygiene; working with students according to plans developed by specialists and educators; preparing instructional materials; performing classroom administrative tasks; and participating in parent-teacher conferences. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Qualification requires one year of relevant general experience, or two years (60 semester hours) of education above high school, or a qualifying combination of education and experience. The position requires a Tier 1 investigation with Childcare Checks and a two-year trial period. Permanent Educational Aides working more than 32 hours per week may have their pay spread according to the local bargaining unit.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- At least one year of qualifying general experience that prepares the applicant to perform the work, or two years (60 semester hours) of education above high school, or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
- The resume must clearly describe relevant experience; transcripts are required when qualifying based on education.
- A Tier 1 (T1) investigation with Childcare Checks is required because the position involves interaction with children and youth under age 18.
- Appointment is subject to a suitability/fitness determination based on a background investigation.
- Direct deposit of pay is required.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service.
- Foreign degrees and coursework must be evaluated using one of the stated acceptable evaluation 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, as needed, the general education classroom.
- Perform administrative tasks such as maintaining attendance records, filing, scheduling, and reviewing assignments.
- Work with students in accordance with plans developed by specialists and educators.
- 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 depend on the position and employment status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
