Instructional Aide 1:1

Atlantis Academy•Birmingham, AL

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About The Position

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking an Instructional Aide 1:1 to support students in Grades K–12 in a special education program. The role provides direct, individualized support, supervision, and guidance to assigned students in classroom and community settings. Working closely with classroom educators, the aide helps implement students’ individualized education plans (IEPs) and tailors instruction to their learning needs, supporting their skill development, confidence, and progress.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and passage of a basic skills test.
Prior experience providing instruction, guidance, and/or support to children.
Strong ability to work with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders, and/or related disabilities.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.
Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in emergencies 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.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher in education or a related field.
Current or in-progress paraprofessional, paraeducator, educational aide, teaching assistant, or related credential.
Prior experience in an alternative, special education, and/or behavioral health program setting.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with classroom teachers to create a supportive, welcoming, high-achieving learning environment where students feel safe and valued.
Implement individualized instruction and behavioral interventions on-site and in community settings, aligned with student goals and objectives.
Instruct and monitor students during classroom lessons, maintain instructional fidelity, and use targeted strategies to support 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 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, in partnership with teachers and administration.
Maintain strict 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.