Instructional Aide

Atlantis Academy•Hesperia, CA

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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 support, supervision, and guidance in classroom and community settings. Working closely with classroom educators, the aide helps implement students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), tailoring instruction to individual learning needs and helping students build essential skills and confidence. The Instructional Aide contributes to a supportive, student-centered learning environment, assists students with academic and behavioral needs, monitors and documents student progress, and communicates with colleagues and families. The position also supports students’ development of community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills, while maintaining confidentiality and contributing to school and accreditation activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and passage of a basic skills test.
Currently hold or be able to obtain a valid California state driver’s license.
Be comfortable driving and/or riding in a company van with students before and/or after school.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.
Prior experience providing instruction, guidance, and/or support to children; experience in alternative education, special education, or behavioral health settings is preferred.
Skill 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.
Ability to motivate students and have critical conversations that help move them toward realistic goals.
Strong 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 or related credential.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with classroom teachers to foster 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 use targeted strategies to support comprehension and course completion.
Track student progress against established timelines 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 classroom teachers.
Support and mentor students facing academic challenges and help them develop community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills.
Complete accurate and timely documentation of student behavior and performance, report observations, and provide 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 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 responsibilities as needed to support students and the educational community.