SY 2026-2027: Dedicated Aide

Global Citizens Public Charter School•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Global Citizens PCS is seeking a Dedicated Aide to support students with special needs in inclusion classrooms, assisting with specialized instruction and related services for students in Pre-K3 through Grade 3. Students served may have autism, pervasive developmental disorder, developmental delays, significant behavioral challenges, multiple learning problems, or other related disorders. The role involves supporting an assigned student throughout the school day and collaborating with teachers, special education staff, service providers, and families to support the student's academic, social, emotional, and physical development. Global Citizens PCS is a dual-language immersion elementary school in Washington, DC, offering Mandarin Chinese and Spanish pathways. The school emphasizes social justice, whole-child wellness, authentic inclusion, and equitable access to education. The role offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative school environment focused on serving students, especially those who are marginalized and undervalued. The Dedicated Aide reports to the Director of Special Populations. The position starts in November 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and may close early once a qualified candidate is hired. Salary ranges from $28,000 to $38,000, based on education and professional experience, and the school offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma.
At least two years of classroom experience, preferably in a public school or urban setting.
Willingness to complete Behavior Technician and Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) training.
Deep experience and knowledge of learning standards and student-centered curriculum.
Ability to develop strengths-based, student-centered support plans for students with varied abilities and identified exceptionalities.
Ability to work effectively as a member of multidisciplinary and instructional teams.
Ability to work in a multicultural, multilingual environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Energetic, flexible, creative, and innovative approach.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree.
ABA and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) experience.

Responsibilities

Support the assigned student in participating in lessons, daily activities, and assessments throughout the school day.
Assist with daily living activities, including eating and toileting, as needed.
Facilitate independent work using materials in the inclusion environment.
Teach lessons in the resource room under the direction of the lead teacher and special education teacher.
Implement prescribed behavioral strategies and positive behavior supports in all settings.
Accompany students to related service sessions, such as speech therapy and occupational therapy, and provide assistance.
De-escalate students and use counseling skills.
Collaborate with the lead teacher, Special Education Coordinators, and other instructional staff on lesson planning and management, including work the student completes independently or with support.
Communicate regularly with the lead teacher about student development.
Collaborate with the Special Education Coordinator and ABA provider to implement ABA in the classroom, including planning the classroom environment, natural environment teaching, instruction, discrete trial instruction, behavior management, and reinforcement systems.
Learn about writing IEP goals, progress summaries, and report cards.
Participate in training related to data collection and assessment; gather written observations for Teaching Strategies GOLD and other assessments as requested.
Discuss observations with the lead teacher, other teaching staff, and the Special Education Coordinator.
Collect data regularly to track student progress in curriculum and IEP program areas.
Follow Functional Communication Protocols and Behavior Protocols to respond appropriately to student behavior.
Help maintain an inclusive, equitable, caring, and culturally competent school environment that meets students' academic, social, emotional, and physical needs.
Maintain positive, fair, and unbiased student behavior policies that emphasize relationship reconciliation and behavioral change.
Work with the Special Education Teacher and English Learner Teacher to plan for and support learners' needs.
Use student performance, placement, and school culture data to promote inclusiveness, care, equity, and closure of opportunity gaps.
Serve on the Student Support Team and implement a Multi-Tiered System of Supports to meet the needs of all children, including special populations.
Collaborate with the lead teacher, special education service providers, English learner teacher, and other assistant teachers to address student needs.
Participate in school events outside regular school hours.
Attend summer institute and weekly professional development sessions, participate in coaching cycles, and pursue professional learning and wellness goals.
Reflect on instructional practice, seek feedback, and adjust behavior and systems as needed.
Carry out other duties as assigned.