Early Childhood Special Education - Instructional Care Aide
Job in
St. Louis, Saint Louis, St. Louis city, Missouri, 63105, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
AOS Staffing
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Child Development/Support -
Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Pay Rate: $21.60/hour
Location:
St. Louis City, MO
Are you ready to be a champion for students with special needs? Join a team where compassion meets purpose, and every day is a chance to make a meaningful difference. As a SPED Instructional Care Aide, you’ll be the steady support behind students’ academic growth and personal development—helping them thrive in and beyond the classroom.
What You’ll Do- Guiding Students:
Escort and supervise students during transitions, playtime, meals, specialized classes, and community outings. - Behavior Support:
Help implement behavior plans, track progress, and apply reinforcement strategies under teacher direction. - Academic Assistance:
Support test administration, reinforce learning in small groups, and help with reading, storytelling, and classroom activities. - Health & Hygiene Care:
Provide essential care such as feeding, toileting, lifting, and specialized medical procedures. - Classroom Organization:
Keep learning spaces tidy and materials ready for action. - Team Communication:
Share student concerns with teachers, assist substitutes, and engage in training and parent conferences. - Professional Development:
Attend workshops and specialized training to support IEP implementation and grow your skills.
We’re looking for someone who’s caring, dependable, and ready to jump in with both feet.
- Required:
- Experience working with children
- Basic computer skills
- Preferred:
- Experience in educational settings
- Tutoring experience with young children
To qualify, you must meet one of the following:
- 60+ college credit hours
- Associate’s degree or higher
- Passing score on Missouri Para Pro or Paraprofessional Assessment
- Completion of Missouri’s online Substitute training program
- Valid Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate
This role involves light physical activity and mobility:
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle
- Capable of lifting up to 10 lbs occasionally
- Comfortable walking or standing for extended periods
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