Special Education Instructional Aide

Heritage Academy • Mesa, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Special Education Instructional Aide Position Summary Heritage provides parents and scholars with a friendly and orderly academic environment. As an integral part of Heritage Academy, this position will assist the Special Education Teacher in helping all scholars in a friendly and professional manner while adhering to all practices consistent with Heritage culture, strategy, and values.

Requirements

• High School degree or equivalent required
• Shall be fingerprint checked pursuant to A.R.S 15-512
• Excellent communication skills
• Professional and friendly disposition
• Proficient with computers and office software applications including MS Office tools, internet search engines
• Outstanding organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• 2-3 years of experience in an academic setting is preferred

Responsibilities

• Work with the classroom teachers where assigned, understanding that support duties may occur in other classrooms.
• Provide required support to students in general education and special education settings. This may include behavioral, academic, or physical assistance.
• Attend Open Houses, special school events, and certain staff meetings designated as All Faculty Meetings.
• Assist in the documentation of students’ progress on goals in their academic and behavioral plans.
• Assist the teacher(s) in providing behavior support for students on specific behavior goals and plans and providing redirection, de-escalation strategies, and providing positive feedback to the students.
• Identify the needs of assigned students through formal and informal assessments.
• Ensure adherence to reasonable rules of classroom discipline to maintain a secure and effective learning environment.
• Manage student behavior through monitoring, supervising, and assessing behavioral patterns.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED