Life Skills Aide

Life Skills Aide (Multiple Disabilities (MD) Program)

Reports To:

Building Principal/Assistant Building Principal or Designee

Employment Status:
Full-Time, 186 Days, FLSA Non-Exempt

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Ohio Certification/Licensure by the State of Ohio, Department of Education

Previous experience working with children or in an educational setting is desirable

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and parents

Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in supporting student learning and development

Ability to follow directions, maintain confidentiality, and uphold professional standards

Basic computer skills and familiarity with educational technology tools

Experience working with students with multiple disabilities, autism, intellectual disabilities, or medically fragile conditions is highly desirable

Ability to lift, transfer, and support students with mobility needs (training and equipment provided)

Strong communication, patience, and problem-solving skills

CPR, First Aid, and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (or willingness to obtain upon hire)

Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing student and classroom needs

Valid Ohio Driver's License

Must pass criminal background check

The Life Skills Aide supports the instructional and non-instructional needs of students with multiple disabilities in a highly structured educational environment. This role assists in implementing individualized education programs (IEPs), providing personal care, and ensuring student safety. The aide works closely with special education teachers, therapists, and other staff to meet the academic, physical, social, and behavioral needs of students with high and significant support needs.

Provide direct support to students with multiple disabilities under the guidance of the classroom teacher

Assist in implementing academic and behavioral plans as outlined in each student's IEP

Support students with significant physical, cognitive, medical, and/or communication challenges

Aid with personal care tasks such as toileting, diapering, feeding, dressing, and hygiene

Use assistive technology and communication devices to support student learning and participation

Implement behavior management strategies and support the use of positive behavior interventions

Monitor student safety at all times, including during transitions, meals, recess, and bus arrival/departure

Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom environment

Document student behaviors, progress, and incidents as directed by the teacher or school policy

Attend and participate in training sessions, staff meetings, and professional development related to special education and student care

Foster a supportive, respectful, and inclusive environment for all students

Serves as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings

Conducts and presents the position in a professional manner

Maintains a positive work attitude

Effectively uses verbal, nonverbal, writing, and listening skills

Performs duty assignments e.g. parking lot, cafeteria and restroom

Actively seeks to acquire knowledge and skills to meet new challenges through involvement in professional development activities

Is punctual and thorough in implementation of all assigned duties

Board policies and procedures, building policies and procedures, student code of conduct, community resource agencies, emergency preparedness drills, public relations, federal and state reporting, and records management

Interpret policies, procedures and regulations, follow instructions, communicate effectively, prepare, maintain, and file accurate and concise reports, collect data, recognize individual differences, lift a moderate amount of weight, develop a rapport with students, staff, co-workers, administration and the public

Occasional:
Exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue, lifting (10-20 pounds) of supplies and materials. Duties may require exposure to…