Special Education Instructional Aide

THE ACCELERATED SCHOOL•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Accelerated Schools is currently seeking a Special Education Instructional Aide to join an exceptional team of educators serving the youth of South Los Angeles. Under the direction of a certificated teacher, the Special Education Instructional Aide supports the delivery of instruction to individual or small groups of special education students, assists with IEP implementation, and helps maintain a safe and supportive learning environment. At The Accelerated Schools, we believe in the boundless potential of every student and are committed to helping them thrive. Located just south of Downtown Los Angeles, we serve a vibrant community of over 1,700 TK–12 students and are dedicated to preparing them to excel in college, career, and life. Our approach blends innovation, equity, and compassion, creating an environment where students are empowered to take ownership of their learning and their future. Our instructional approach incorporates research-based practices, including project-based learning, student choice & voice, self-direction, and mentoring. Our students set their own short-term and long-term academic and personal goals and our faculty members support students in monitoring their progress toward these goals every day. We embrace Restorative Practices and Circles as a means of building community. This system relies on the belief that all people should have opportunities to develop positive habits and learn from their mistakes. We believe that the best way to accomplish this goal is for us to listen to students, seek to understand their perspectives, and support their journey toward empowerment. Our Mission & Commitment to Equity: The Accelerated Schools will graduate students who are prepared to succeed at the university and career of their choice who will enter the workplace as informed and productive employees. At The Accelerated Schools, educational equity is continuously creating and implementing practices that are culturally responsive, and honoring voices from all educational and community partners. Through curiosity, inquiry, self and system reflection, we disrupt inequitable systems so that students graduate in four years, college, career and or life ready.

Requirements

An associate of arts degree; or two years of college; or demonstrated, through a state or local academic assessment, knowledge of, and the ability to assist in the instruction of reading and writing
Previous experience working with special needs students including supporting students' behavioral needs
Enjoys working with children and is interested in a career in education
Self-starter; computer literate; communicates effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to work effectively in a positive manner with a wide variety of personalities and situations requiring tact, judgment, stability, and poise

Nice To Haves

Bilingual – Spanish

Responsibilities

Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment.
Monitor and oversee student tests, practices, and assignments in various subjects.
Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of IEPs and behavior plans; confer with the teacher concerning IEPs, lesson plans, and materials to meet student needs.
Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework, and projects in various subject areas.
Assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, respectful attitude, and general guidance.
Perform routine clerical duties.
Perform other related duties as assigned.