Cross-Categorical Elementary Special Education Aide

Overview

This position includes a $2,000 new hire bonus, paid after the successful completion of the first 30 days of employment. In addition, a $2,000 retention bonus is payable in June upon the successful completion of the current school year. The bonus is prorated for part‑time employees.

Assists in the care, instruction, and support of elementary students (PreK through grade 5, or through grade 8 at applicable campuses) with physical, social‑emotional, behavioral, self‑help, and/or developmental needs. Positions may be assigned to Intensive Resource (IR) rooms, Extended Resource (ER) rooms, Preschool (PK) classrooms, or integrated general education settings, based on district and building needs.

7 hours

9 months

Determined by the ESSA Negotiated Agreement

• Must meet at least one of the following:
  High school diploma/equivalent and ability to pass the Para Professional Assessment or Work Keys within 4 months; or Associate’s degree or higher; or Completion of 48 semester hours of higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to lift and assist students safely.
• Understanding of developmental disabilities and empathy for students with special needs.
• Tutoring skills commensurate with the level of assigned students.
• Successful completion of de‑escalation/crisis intervention training, including physical restraint, as required.
• If the posted vacancy lists a requirement for signing skills, the applicant must at a minimum have completed ASL I and ASL II.

• Accrued sick and personal leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and audio
• Retirement (PERS)

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