Early Childhood Special Education Aide

Job Title

Early Childhood Special Education Aide

Location:

Ferguson-Florissant School District Administrative Center Early Education – Hazelwood, Missouri

• Job : 5650461
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Apr 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026
• Status: 10-Month Academic Calendar Support Staff Non-Exempt (FLSA)

Location: FFSD Early Education Center / Elementary Sites (1) Bermuda Primary School, (2) Commons Lane Primary School, (2) Duchesne Primary School

In Ferguson-Florissant, we believe that every child—regardless of their starting point—deserves a world-class beginning. We are looking for a patient, observant, and high-energy ECSE Instructional Aide to join our "New Chapter." You are a vital interventionist who provides the structured, positive environment where children with diverse learning needs can find their voice and build their foundation.

If you have a deep sensitivity to the needs of young children with special needs and the confidence to work one-on-one toward milestones, this is your next chapter.

As an ECSE Aide, you work as a key member of a multidisciplinary team—including teachers, therapists, and specialists—to provide a high-quality intervention program. The focus is on the "whole child," with emphasis on communication skills and social-emotional development. By following specialized instructional approaches and maintaining an organized learning environment, you help our youngest scholars with special needs develop confidence.

• Educationally Prepared: Must have successfully completed at least sixty (60) college credit hours. Preference given to coursework in Early Childhood or Special Education.
• Certified Professional: Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate.
• Developmental Expertise: Solid understanding of early childhood development and experience with young children.
• Patient Specialist: Deep sensitivity to the needs of children with autism and other developmental delays.
• Team-Oriented & Professional: Ability to work well within a team and uphold high ethical standards of behavior and confidentiality.

• Individualized Intervention: Work one-on-one or in small groups to reinforce learning goals, following the teacher’s approach to provide a consistent experience.
• Behavioral Excellence: Use a positive, restorative approach to manage behaviors and support emotional regulation and peer engagement.
• Communication Catalyst: Help create an environment that grows communication and social skills through play and structured activities.
• Observational Insight: Observe each child to identify triggers and progress, and inform the teacher of important information.
• Classroom Stewardship: Maintain organization, prepare activities, keep materials clean and accessible.
• Professional Modeling: Model professional ethics, dependable attendance, and positive interactions for children and families.

• Primary Support: ECSE Teacher
• Collaborative Team: Speech Pathologists, Occupational/Physical Therapists, and Building Principals

• Classification: Support Staff, 10-Month Academic Calendar
• Work Year: Follows the student school year (summers and breaks off)
• Physical Readiness: Ability to interact with young children at their level (sitting on the floor, bending, and moving)

• Professional Development: Access to training in autism support, restorative behavior practices, and early childhood interventions.
• Health & Wellness: District-paid medical, dental, and vision plans; access to district health clinic.
• Time to Recharge: 10 sick days and 3 personal days annually.
• Future Planning: Participation in retirement system and district-provided life insurance.

• Shantana Herd-Luckett
  , Director of Early Childhood
• ADMIN CTR ECSE
• Phone: