Instructional Aide II

Starting Rate: $22 /hour

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking an Instructional Aide II to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression, and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic — We Should Talk!

As an Instructional Aide II, you will provide individualized supervision and instruction to assigned students and additional support to the core classroom staff. Working with student(s) to implement their Individualized Education Programs (IEP), you will utilize group and individual instruction in the classroom and community.

Responsibilities Include:

• Implementing curriculum (including all on-site and community-based instruction) and behavioral intervention strategies consistent with the letter and intent of the IEP/ITP (Individual Transition Plan)/ PBIP (Positive Behavior Intervention Plan) to meet each student’s goals and objectives.
• Consulting with supervisor on the progress of students and the implementation of the IEP/ITP/PBIP, and assisting in transition plans for integrating the student back to a public school placement (mainstreaming/inclusion) or to an adult program.
• Writing progress reports, developing and modifying data sheets, and developing curriculum.
• Following the classroom schedule which addresses each student’s IEP/ITP goals including community and vocational goals, group instruction, any designated instructional services (DIS) and/or schedule revisions.
• Completing accurate and timely documentation on student’s behavior as outlined by school procedures; reporting observations to relevant staff and making recommendations based on observations.
• Participating in the data collection process by collecting, recording, and maintaining data required by student programs, classroom records, and data computer systems as assigned by supervisor.
• Performing job coaching duties as assigned, by assisting in the training of students, on campus or at community job sites in appropriate work behavior and specific employment skills.
• Providing for the basic physical needs of students as needed (e.g. toileting and diapering, ensuring students receive their medications, assisting with feeding students, assisting with hygiene, etc.).
• Maintaining safety and security of the facility through close observation and monitoring of the students.
• Complying with all company policies/procedures and regulatory requirements, and reporting any known or suspected violations to his/her supervisor.
• Providing appropriate crisis intervention as necessary using the least restrictive method by anticipating and responding quickly to escalating behaviors.
• Meeting school and regulatory training requirements by attending all mandatory meetings and training sessions as required.
• Assuring cleanliness and orderliness of the classroom by assisting in cleaning, filing, and preparing materials.
• Participating as a team member and promoting a positive work environment by demonstrating cooperation and respect.
• Assisting with other daily classroom functions and special assignments as directed.
• Acting as the primary instructor, supervisor, and mentor to students and staff when the teacher is absent.
• Providing classroom orientation for new staff per agency guidelines and as directed by the teacher.
• Assisting with the planning and preparation of educational materials and activities.
• Assisting the teacher in managing the classroom budget, records, and environment.
• Serving as an aide (also known as a “rider”) to provide supervision and management of student behavior during transportation routes in Spectrum owned vehicles (at applicable campuses).
• Providing (at applicable campuses) transportation for students by driving a Spectrum owned vehicle with student/s who require transportation to and/or from school.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree or…