Instructional Aide

Location:

Chance Light Education, Fort Smith, AR 72903, USA.

Pay or shift range: $15 USD to $16 USD per hour.

Instructional Aide – supporting students in Grades K‑5 through individualized instruction, behavior management, and IEP implementation.

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to create a supportive learning environment.
• Implement individualized instruction and behavioral interventions on and off campus.
• Assist with lesson instruction, ensuring fidelity and student comprehension.
• Track student progress, communicate with teachers, and provide recommendations.
• Manage student behavior, applying consistent discipline procedures.
• Support students with academic and life skills development.
• Maintain accurate documentation of behaviors and performance.
• Prepare behavioral reports, activity logs, and related documentation.
• Communicate proactively with students, staff, supervisors, and families.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records.
• Participate in school performance and accreditation activities.
• Attend meetings, including parent and advisory meetings.
• Respond to feedback and demonstrate professional growth.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent and passage of a basic skills test.
• Associate degree or higher in education or a related field preferred.
• Paraprofessional, para educator, education assistant, or similar credential preferred.
• Ability to obtain crisis management training certification.
• Prior experience supporting children in alternative, special education, or behavioral health settings.
• Experience working with students with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavior disorders, or related disabilities.
• Calmness and quick decision‑making in emergencies.
• Strong motivational and communication skills with students.
• Excellent organizational, conflict resolution, multitasking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technology, Microsoft Office, and database entry.

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans.
• Telehealth and virtual counseling sessions.
• Health advocacy services and 24/7 nurse line.
• Company‑paid life & disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Personal protection insurance plans.
• Legal services insurance.
• Pet health insurance.
• Accrual‑based paid time off.
• School hours and paid holiday schedule.
• Personal and life event paid leave policy.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Employee discount program.
• Growth and development opportunities.

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