Instructional Aide

ChanceLight Programs•Concord, CA

12d

About The Position

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is seeking an Instructional Aide to support students in Grades K–12 in a special education program. The role provides personalized instruction, supervision, and guidance in classroom and community settings, working closely with educators to help implement students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The aide supports students’ academic progress, behavior, confidence, and development of essential life skills.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and passage of a basic skills test.
Hold or be able to obtain a valid California state driver's license.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.
Prior experience providing instruction, guidance, and/or support to children.
Ability to work with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders, and/or related disabilities.
Comfort driving and/or riding in a company van with students before and/or after school.
Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions.
Ability to motivate students and hold critical conversations that help them work toward realistic goals.
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 closely related field.
A paraprofessional, paraeducator, teaching assistant, or similar credential, held currently or in progress.
Experience in an alternative, special education, and/or behavioral health program setting.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with classroom teachers to cultivate a supportive, welcoming, safe, and high-achieving learning environment.
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, ensure instructional fidelity, and use targeted strategies to support comprehension and course completion.
Track student progress and communicate successes and areas needing intervention to classroom teachers.
Manage student behavior, reinforce school philosophy and policies, and apply consistent disciplinary measures in collaboration with teachers.
Support students facing academic challenges and help develop community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills.
Document student behaviors and performance accurately and promptly; report observations and provide recommendations to relevant staff.
Assist with behavioral reports, daily activity logs, and other documentation.
Communicate with students, colleagues, supervisors, and families about student needs, achievements, and concerns.
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 feedback and demonstrate continuous professional growth.
Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support students and the educational community.