Instructional Aide Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and passage of a basic skills test.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience providing instruction, guidance, or support to children; experience in alternative education, special education, or behavioral health settings is preferred.
• Strong skills working with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders, or related disabilities.
• Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in emergencies and make independent decisions.
• Ability to motivate students and have constructive conversations that help them work toward realistic goals.
• Motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and initiatives.
• 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 closely related field.
• Current paraprofessional, paraeducator, education assistant, or similar credential, or progress toward obtaining one.
• Prior experience in an alternative, special education, or behavioral health program setting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to create 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, maintain instructional fidelity, and use targeted strategies to support comprehension and course completion.
• Track student progress against established timelines and communicate successes and needs for additional 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 develop community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills.
• Complete clear, accurate, and timely documentation of student behavior and performance; report observations and provide actionable 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 and accreditation standards.
• 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 student success and the educational community.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Free telehealth and virtual counseling sessions.
• Free health advocacy services and 24/7 nurse line.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Company-paid employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Personal protection insurance plans.
• Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program.
• Legal services insurance.
• Pet health insurance.
• Accrual-based paid time off.
• School hours and paid holiday schedule.
• Paid leave policy for personal and life events.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Perks at Work employee discount program.
• Opportunities for growth and development.