Instructional Aide

Atlantis Academy•Jacksonville, FL

3h•Onsite

About The Position

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking an Instructional Aide to join their award-winning Special Education team. This role offers a dynamic environment with a social mission, encouraging innovation and creative expression, and providing opportunities for personal and professional satisfaction. The Instructional Aide will be crucial in supporting Middle School students by offering personalized guidance, supervision, and assistance both in the classroom and within community settings. Working closely with classroom educators, the aide will help implement each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) to meet their unique learning needs. The goal is to empower students to achieve their full potential, fostering essential skills and confidence. ChanceLight is a leading provider of alternative and special education programs, having partnered with over 235 school districts nationwide for more than 50 years to positively impact over 240,000 student lives. Joining ChanceLight means becoming part of a culture that values growth, empowerment, and collaboration, where every day presents a chance to transform lives through education.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent w/ passage of basic skills test.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
Prior experience providing instruction, guidance and/or support to children; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
Highly skilled in working 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 providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
Solid 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 ability.
Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with 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 of study preferred.
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a paraprofessional, paraeducator, education assistant or similar credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborating closely with classroom teachers to cultivate a supportive, welcoming, and high-achieving learning environment where all students feel safe and valued.
Implementing engaging, individualized instruction and behavioral interventions both on-site and in community settings, aligned with each student's unique goals and objectives.
Instructing and closely monitoring students during classroom lessons, ensuring instructional fidelity, and applying targeted strategies to enhance student comprehension and successful course completion.
Encouraging individual student growth by consistently tracking progress against established timelines and proactively communicating with classroom teachers regarding students' successes and areas needing additional intervention.
Managing student behavior effectively, reinforcing our school's philosophy and policies, and applying consistent disciplinary measures in collaboration with classroom teachers.
Supporting and mentoring students facing academic challenges, encouraging personal growth, and assisting them in developing essential community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills.
Completing clear, accurate, and timely documentation of student behaviors and performance, reporting meaningful observations, and offering actionable recommendations to relevant staff.
Assisting with the preparation of detailed behavioral reports, daily activity logs, and other necessary documentation.
Communicating proactively and clearly with students, colleagues, supervisors, and families regarding student needs, achievements, and areas of concern, working in close partnership with teachers and administration.
Maintaining strict confidentiality of all student records and information at all times.
Participating actively in assurance and accreditation activities, contributing to achieving site performance standards and accreditation requirements.
Participating in school-wide, student-parent, and advisory meetings to foster collaborative support networks and positive educational outcomes.
Responding positively and constructively to formal and informal feedback, demonstrating continuous professional growth.
Performing additional responsibilities as needed to support student success and contribute to the overall effectiveness of our educational community.