Head Start/Early Head Start/Early Head Start-Child Care Special Needs Aide

Job description

Hours: Monday - Friday Up To 29 Hours JOB SUMMARY: The Special Needs Aide is responsible for the care, well-being, safety and education of a special needs’ child. The Special Needs Aide assists the Caregiver, Teacher and Teacher Assistant to create and manage an attractive, warm and challenging learning environment for children, incorporating appropriate early intervention, learning and care activities which meet the needs of the group as well as those of individual children and families. Must possess the ability to read, speak and write with proficiency in English language. This is a safety sensitive position. MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Enclosed facility, classroom environment; floors may be vinyl tile or carpeted; may come into contact with childhood diseases and blood on occasion. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The Special Needs Aide works under the supervision of the Teacher and or Center Director and exercises no supervision over other employees. EDUCATIONAL AND OTHER OUALIFICATIONS I have read and understand the job descr...