Instructional Aide 1:1

Atlantis Academy•Poulsbo, WA

5d•$22 - $24

About The Position

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking an Instructional Aide 1:1 to support students in Grades K–12 within a special education program. The aide provides direct, individualized support, supervision, and guidance to assigned students in classroom and community settings, collaborating with educators to implement individualized education plans and tailor instruction to each student's learning needs. The role helps students build skills and confidence while contributing to a supportive, student-centered learning environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and passage of a basic skills test.
Prior experience providing instruction, guidance, and/or support to children, preferably in an alternative, special education, or behavioral health program.
Strong ability to work with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders, and/or other related disabilities.
Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions.
Proficiency in motivating students and having critical conversations that help them work toward realistic goals.
Motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Knowledge of relevant technology, including instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry, and basic office equipment.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher in education or a related field.
Current license or active progress toward obtaining a paraprofessional, paraeducator, educational aide, teaching assistant, or related credential.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with classroom teachers to cultivate a supportive, welcoming, and high-achieving learning environment where students feel safe and valued.
Implement individualized instruction and behavioral interventions on-site and in community settings, aligned with students' goals and objectives.
Instruct and monitor students during classroom lessons, ensure instructional fidelity, and apply strategies to improve comprehension and course completion.
Track student progress against established timelines and communicate successes and intervention needs to classroom teachers.
Manage student behavior, reinforce school philosophy and policies, and apply consistent disciplinary measures in collaboration with classroom teachers.
Support and mentor students facing academic challenges and help them develop community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills.
Document student behavior and performance accurately and promptly, report observations, and provide actionable recommendations to relevant staff.
Assist with behavioral reports, daily activity logs, and other required documentation.
Communicate with students, colleagues, supervisors, and families about student needs, achievements, and concerns, partnering with teachers and administration.
Maintain confidentiality of student records and information.
Participate in assurance and accreditation activities and contribute to site performance and accreditation requirements.
Participate in school-wide, student-parent, and advisory meetings.
Respond constructively to formal and informal feedback and demonstrate continuous professional growth.
Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support student success and the educational community.