Educational Aide (Special Education)
About The Position
The Educational Aide (Special Education) works in a classroom setting at the Department of Defense Education Activity - Americas, Southeast District, in Fort Benning, Georgia. The role supports students in special education and general education classrooms, following plans developed by specialists and educators. Duties include monitoring students throughout the school day, assisting with personal care, preparing instructional materials, and performing classroom administrative tasks. The aide also participates in parent-teacher conferences and must maintain confidentiality regarding school-related matters.
Requirements
- At least one year of qualifying experience that prepared the applicant to perform the work; general experience may consist of progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work indicating the ability to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills.
- Alternatively, two years (60 semester hours) of education above high school may substitute for the experience requirement, or a combination of education and experience totaling at least 100% of the requirements.
- 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 is required.
- Must maintain confidentiality of school-related matters.
Responsibilities
- Monitor students during various phases of the school day.
- Assist students with toileting, feeding, eating, and personal hygiene.
- Support educational efforts in special education and general education classrooms as needed.
- Perform administrative tasks, including 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.
- Maintain confidentiality of school-related matters.
Benefits
- Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for eligible employees; specific eligibility depends on position type.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
