Instructional Aide II

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We are a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, and we are seeking an Instructional Aide II to join our award‑winning Special Education 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 excel in a dynamic, student‑centered environment, are passionate about making a meaningful difference in special education, and possess adaptability, creativity, a positive mindset, and a genuine commitment to student success — We Should Talk!

As an Instructional Aide II
, you’ll deliver personalized support and guidance to Elementary School students, enriching their educational experiences and enhancing classroom effectiveness. Collaborating closely with teachers and other educational professionals, you'll implement individualized strategies and foster student success in both classroom and community settings.

• Implementing engaging and personalized curriculum—including on‑site and community‑based activities—and behavioral intervention strategies aligned with each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), Individual Transition Plan (ITP), and Positive Behavior Intervention Plan (PBIP).
• Consulting actively with your supervisor regarding student progress and adjustments to the IEP/ITP/PBIP, assisting transitions to mainstream environments or adult programs, and contributing meaningful input through progress reports, data sheets, and tailored curriculum modifications.
• Following and enriching the classroom schedule, aligning activities closely with students’ academic, community, and vocational objectives, and addressing individualized educational services and necessary adjustments.
• Completing precise, timely documentation of student behaviors, sharing insightful observations with relevant staff, and recommending strategies based on these observations while maintaining the confidentiality of all student records.
• Participating proactively in data collection and analysis, accurately recording essential student information, and providing critical input for the development of Functional Behavioral Assessments and Positive Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Performing impactful job coaching duties, facilitating hands‑on vocational training and mentoring students in job‑related skills on campus and at community work sites, and updating supervisors regularly about vocational development and placement opportunities.
• Providing compassionate support for students’ physical care needs, such as toileting, medication administration, feeding, and personal hygiene, ensuring dignity and comfort are always maintained.
• Maintaining vigilant oversight of classroom safety by continuously monitoring student activities, anticipating and addressing potential safety concerns swiftly and proactively.
• Complying thoroughly with company policies and regulatory requirements, promptly reporting any concerns or violations.
• Providing swift, calm, and appropriate crisis intervention when necessary, prioritizing student and staff safety, employing effective de‑escalation techniques, and maintaining emotional neutrality during challenging situations.
• Meeting essential school and regulatory training requirements through consistent participation in mandatory meetings and professional development sessions.
• Assuring a clean, organized, and welcoming learning environment through proactive assistance in cleaning, organizing materials, and supporting overall facility safety and maintenance.
• Participating enthusiastically in the team environment, fostering cooperation, effective communication, mutual respect, and a positive work culture.
• Assisting effectively with classroom operations and special projects as directed, including substitute teaching responsibilities.
• Acting confidently as the primary instructor and supervisor in the teacher’s absence, providing clear communication with families and maintaining effective classroom systems.
• Providing thorough orientation and support to new staff, ensuring they are…