Careers

The Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio (DSACO) is the leading resource for information,
support, and referral services for families and individuals with Down syndrome in 25 Ohio counties.

Each year, DSACO hosts its Summer Learning Academy (SLA) program, which provides 5 weeks of
academic instruction for children with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities. This
year, the Summer Learning Academy will have classrooms in Bexley, Marion, Pickerington, and
Clintonville (formerly Worthington). Each SLA classroom serves eight children with Down
syndrome, or other developmental disabilities, on an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Each
classroom is led by a team of two certified educational professionals and one classroom support
professional.

The primary goals of the programs are to:

• Address IEP literacy and math goals
• Minimize learning loss
• Improve math and reading skills
• Improve social development

Classroom Support Professionals will be responsible for providing support to the classroom
teachers to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment for students. The classroom
support specialist may assist students with daily personal care needs and behavior support as
required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience working with students
  on IEPs preferred.
• Ability to create a supportive and caring environment for students.
• Ability to provide personal care duties.
• Demonstrated student supervision skills.

Position Requirements:

• Must be willing to complete a background check.
• Considerable physical activity – requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be available for the majority of the program length.
  • SLA runs from June 8 – July 9, from 9am – 12pm, on Mondays – Thursdays.
  • An applicant will not be considered if they intend to be absent for more
    than 1 week, or 4 days, of SLA.

Rate of Pay:

• $15.00 per hour
• Compensation covers 60 hours of classroom support, along with a maximum of
  10 hours for classroom preparation and cleanup (only between the hours of
  8:15am and 12:15pm).

Interested individuals should fill out the SLA Hiring Application at:

Questions can be directed to Sara Rainey at srainey@dsaco.net

The Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio (DSACO) is the leading resource for information,
support, and referral services for families and individuals with Down syndrome in 25 Ohio
counties.

Each year, DSACO hosts its Summer Learning Academy (SLA) program, which provides 5 weeks
of academic instruction for children with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities.
This year, the Summer Learning Academy will have classrooms in Bexley, Marion, Pickerington,
and Clintonville (formerly Worthington). Each SLA classroom serves eight children with Down
syndrome, or other developmental disabilities, on an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Each
classroom is led by a team of two certified educational professionals and one classroom support
professional.

The primary goals of the programs are to:

• Address IEP literacy and math goals
• Minimize learning loss
• Improve math and reading skills
• Improve social development

Certified Education Professionals will serve as the classroom teachers. Summer Learning
Academy teachers are responsible for planning and providing instruction, monitoring and
documenting student progress, and sharing feedback with partners and parents.

Qualifications:

• Certified in special education or elementary education.
• Ability to create a learning experience based on students’ needs.
• Ability to collect data, monitor progress and use data to guide instruction.
• Demonstrated class management skills.

Position Requirements:

• Must be willing to complete a background check.
• Considerable physical activity – requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be available for the majority of the program length.
  • SLA runs from June 8 – July 9, from 9am – 12pm, on Mondays –
    Thursdays.
  • An applicant will not be considered if they intend to be absent for more
    than 1 week, or 4 days, of SLA.

Rate of Pay:

• $30.00 per hour
• Compensation covers 60 hours of classroom instruction, along with a maximum
  of 20 hours for planning and evaluations outside of classroom time.
  Interested individuals should fill out the SLA Hiring Application at:

Questions can be directed to Sara Rainey at srainey@dsaco.net