Teacher Aide (Temporary)

Are you interested in education, special education, psychology, social work, speech-language pathology, or child development?

Are you looking for a paid, meaningful internship where you'll gain real classroom experience and make a direct impact on young learners with developmental disabilities?

This Temporary 14-Week Teacher Aide position offers hands-on learning, mentorship from Intervention Specialists, and the chance to build skills that stand out on a resume, all while earning competitive pay.

Opening:

Teacher Aide: Temporary 14-week Assignment - must be available to start in April

Flexible Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Location: Dahlberg Gibson Learning Center in Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: $18.00 / hour

What You'll Do:

Assist Intervention Specialists with daily classroom activities.

Support the implementation of IFSP/IEP goals.

Gain hands-on experience observing and supporting developmental progress.

Interact with children through activities such as puzzles, painting, music, and sensory play.

Learn best practices in behavior support, classroom safety, and early childhood development.

Support children with daily routines such as arrival/departure, hand-washing, tooth-brushing, toileting, and meals.

Collaborate with licensed professionals and multidisciplinary team members.

Adapt to new teaching methods and instructional strategies.

Step into various classroom roles depending on need, giving you a broad range of experience.

Who Should Apply:

This internship is perfect for students pursuing or exploring majors such as:

Education / Early Childhood Education

Special Education

Psychology

Child & Family Studies

Speech-Language Pathology

Occupational Therapy

Social Work

Human Development or related fields

Qualifications:

Minimum of a high school diploma

One to three years of experience working with pre-school children, preferably children with disabilities

Able to lift and carry 30-50 pounds

About: Hattie Larlham is a not-for-profit disability service organization providing care and support to over 1,600 children and adults throughout Ohio. Because we believe life is sacred, Hattie Larlham enhances the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through our commitment to comfort, joy and achievement. Our compassionate and dedicated staff focuses on creating a nurturing environment in which individuals have opportunities to learn, have fun, feel safe, loved, and make choices about what happens in their lives.