Student Support Specialist
$26,645–$26,645 year
On-siteHollsopple, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Assist students with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, mobility, and transferring. Provide physical and emotional support for students with disabilities while implementing individualized care plans developed with teachers and healthcare professionals. Collaborate with staff to facilitate classroom participation, manage adaptive equipment, and maintain open communication regarding student progress. Attend educational team meetings to update care plans and foster an inclusive learning environment. This role requires the capacity for prolonged sitting, standing, and walking during an eight-hour day.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Willingness to go through and pass the required clearances and training to ensure the safety and security of our children, including: mandated reporter training, a physical, and TB test
- Capacity for sitting, standing, walking, bending and stopping for long periods of time
- Understanding of confidentiality and privacy requirements related to student information
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience working with individuals with special needs or disabilities
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