Educational Aide - Therapeutic - Anticipated for the 2026 - 2027 School Year

Employment Opportunity

Butler County Educational Service Center

Anticipated for the 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

POSITION:Educational Aide - Therapeutic

STARTING DATE:August 2026

SALARY:$34,000 - $39,000 Based on education and experience

WORK YEAR:Full Time - 190 Days

DEADLINE:Until Filled

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

To serve as an Educational Assistant in the Union Day Therapeutic classes by assisting the classroom teacher in delivering academic and behavioral instruction in a manner that is compatible with students' individual learning needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent; with either an Educational Aide permit or the ability to obtain.

• Hold an education aide permit with ESEA' designation from Ohio Department of Education or ability to obtain; permit requires one of the following per Administrative Code: 3301-24-05(l):

• Complete the examination for paraprofessionals prescribed by the state board of education; or

• An associate degree (or higher) from an accredited institution of higher education; or

• At least two years of study at an accredited institution of higher learning (defined as 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours).

• Previous experience working with school age children is preferred.

• Willingness and ability to work as a team member.

• Interest in working with children with disabilities.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and community.

• Physically fit with ability to perform restraints when needed.

• Good organizational skills and detail oriented.

• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, parents, and program administrators.

• History of good job attendance.

• Must pass criminal background checks and be free from communicable disease.