Instructional Aide

Atlantis Academy•Columbus, GA

18d

About The Position

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking an Instructional Aide for its Special Education Program serving students in Grades K-12. The role provides personalized support, supervision, and guidance in classroom and community settings. Working closely with classroom educators, the aide helps implement each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) and tailors instruction to students' learning needs, supporting their growth, confidence, and development of essential skills.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and passage of a basic skills test.
Before the start date, meet at least one Georgia paraprofessional qualification pathway: an associate degree or higher in a related field; at least 60 semester hours of college coursework with grades of C or better; or a passing score of 250 or higher on the GACE Paraprofessional Assessment.
Provide required documentation, such as official transcripts and/or verification of passing GACE Paraprofessional Assessment scores, for GaPSC licensure and employment clearance.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.
Prior experience providing instruction, guidance, and/or support to children; experience in an alternative, special education, and/or behavioral health program is preferred.
Strong ability to work with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders, and/or related disabilities.
Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in emergencies and make independent decisions.
Ability to motivate students and have critical conversations that help them work toward realistic goals.
Motivational skills and flexibility to 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an alternative, special education, and/or behavioral health program setting.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with classroom teachers to create a supportive, welcoming, and high-achieving learning environment where students feel safe and valued.
Provide individualized instruction and behavioral interventions on-site and in community settings, aligned with students' goals and objectives.
Instruct and monitor students during classroom lessons, maintain instructional fidelity, and use targeted strategies to improve comprehension and course completion.
Track student progress against established timelines and communicate successes and needs for additional intervention 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 behaviors and performance accurately and promptly, report observations, and provide actionable recommendations to relevant staff.
Help prepare behavioral reports, daily activity logs, and other documentation.
Communicate with students, colleagues, supervisors, and families about student needs, achievements, and concerns, in partnership with teachers and administration.
Maintain strict confidentiality of student records and information.
Participate in assurance and accreditation activities and help meet site performance standards and accreditation requirements.
Participate in school-wide, student-parent, and advisory meetings.
Respond constructively to formal and informal feedback and demonstrate ongoing professional growth.
Perform additional duties as needed to support students and the educational community.