Autism Mentor Aide - Clay Elementary School

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Clay Elementary School JobID:

64116

Position Type:

Aide/ Aide Date Posted:

5/11/2026

Location:

Clay Elementary School Closing Date:

05/18/2026

County:

Clay County Schools Autism Mentor Aide

• Clay Elementary School Requirements High School Diploma or GED Pending Employment Criminal Background Check Drug Test Successful Score on Employment Test for Aide Classification Qualifications If no applicant is an Autism Mentor, then the 15 point staff development program for autism as verified by the WVDE is required.

Compensation Salary based on experience and education level per Clay County Board of Education Salary Schedule, plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation. Professional Salary Schedules 2 6 PEIA Shopper's Guide PEIA Employee Flexible Benefits Guide Terms of Employment 200 Days Effective the 2025-2026 School Year

SERVICE PERSONNEL

Aide V (Special Education Assistant Teacher-Temporary Authorization) Personnel who does not possess minimum requirements for the Aide V permanent authorization but is enrolled in and pursuing requirements as prescribed by the WVBE. No service person shall be entitled to receive the pay grade associated with the classification unless they have applied for and been selected to fill a posted position which specifically requires the successful candidate to hold or be enrolled in and pursuing the requirements for the classification. The determination as to whether a position will be posted during this classification is solely at the discretion of the county. Aide V (Special Education Assistant Teacher) Personnel referred to in the "Aide I" classification who holds a high school diploma or general education development certificate and who has completed the requirements and experience to be prescribed by the WVBE. No service person shall be entitled to receive the pay grade associated with this classification unless they have applied for and been selected to fill a posted position which specifically requires the successful candidate to hold or be enrolled in and pursuing the requirements for the classification. The determination as to whether a position will be posted requiring this classification is solely at the discretion of the county. Classification definitions obtained from W.Va. Code §18A-4-8. Job Description Duties may include the following: The autism aide will accompany student(s) to classes and provide assistance to all teachers during these classes. The autism aide will provide care and supervision of student(s) diagnosed with autism or other special education needs. The aide will complete any and all documentation necessary, including daily logs and medicaid forms. The aide, in the absence of the student(s), will assist with other duties assigned by the building Principal or Director of Special Education. Provide individual or small groups instruction under the supervision of a teacher. Provide students with individualized attention. Set up and operate equipment for instruction. Help teacher prepare materials for instruction. Assist with escorting students to and from the bus and moving through the school. Assist identified students in transit to and from the school and residence. Provide library, art, music, and physical education assistance to students. Assist with preparing snacks for students as needed. Remain aware and alert of medication administered to students. Assist in lifting, feeding, toileting, and changing clothes of special needs students. Assist and supervise special needs students in a classroom setting. Modify materials and instructional activities, as per IEP and teacher requests for special needs students. Secure students in car seats, seat belts, harness, etc., while students are being transported. Secure wheelchair safely for transport. Carry out exercises prescribed by the physical, occupational, and/or speech therapist. Practice good safety habits and have knowledge of basic first aid. Help maintain an up-to-date classroom inventory. Perform clerical duties for classroom purposes. Possess strong oral and written communication skills. Maintain familiarity with personnel policies and procedures. Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students. Perform care procedures for students with disabilities, including suctioning, nasogastric insert feeding, and catheterization as needed. Maintain a neat and orderly environment that is safe for students and conducive to learning at all times. Assist the teacher in supervision of children in the classroom and to various locations in the school including, but not limited to, instructional areas, cafeteria, bus transportation, field trips, emergency drills, and the playground. Read to students and participate in other forms of oral communication with students. Administer, score, and record achievement and diagnostic tests as recommended for each individual student. Assist with emergency management and evacuation procedures. Attend first aid classes as required to maintain certification. Implement established rules, instructions, preventive discipline, and other environmental stimuli to bring about significant changes to student functioning. Assist with maintaining a structured learning environment through appropriate organization of time, space arrangement, and material organization.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push and/or pull 50 pounds at a time. Must be able to vertically lift 100 pounds for Special Education and Transportation positions. May frequently be required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, push, grasp, talk, hear, see, and use repetitive motions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Other duties as assigned by the building principal. The Clay County School System is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are offered without discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, and retaliation. Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 5/11/2026 10:54:11 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions

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