School Support Assistant

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Amergis Full time

The School Aide plays a vital role in supporting students with diverse needs, working closely with the special education department and supervising designees to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement IEP objectives, including math, reading, speech, and independent skills, while managing behavioral deficits and excesses.
  • Facilitate teacher-directed learning activities, such as lesson plans, worksheets, reinforcement systems, small groups, social games, and work assistance.
  • Assist students during general education classes and communicate pertinent information to teachers.
  • Accompany students during recess and lunch periods, as well as community experiences.
  • Maintain confidentiality and adhere to strict confidentiality requirements regarding student, parent, and classroom activities.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Assist with activities of prescribed programs, including those written by related service personnel, such as PT, OT, and SLP.
  • Support students in developing independent skills through self-care activities, such as toileting, clothing routines, feeding, and personal hygiene.
  • Participate in behavior management techniques, as directed by the teacher and/or other school professionals.
  • Assist with clerical duties, including making stimuli, making copies, maintaining a clean and organized classroom, preparing materials, and assignment scoring.
  • Report changes in client status or as directed by IHP/IEP.

Requirements:

  • Comply with all relevant professional standards of practice.
  • Participate in Amergis' Competency program, when applicable.
  • Hold current CPR certification, if applicable.
  • Meet all federal, state, and local requirements.
  • Complete new hire training, as applicable to the job site.
  • Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
  • Possess strong communication skills and proficiency in the English language.
  • Be at least 18 years of age.

About Amergis:

Amergis is a leading provider of staffing solutions, connecting healthcare and school-based professionals with meaningful opportunities since 1988.

We value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including competitive pay, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) savings plan, and awards and recognition programs.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.



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