Instructional Aide at Spectrum Center Schools and Programs Pittsburg, CA

Overview

Instructional Aide job at Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, Pittsburg, CA. Starting rate: $20.02/hour. Environment:
Special Education Program, Grades K-12. Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a growing organization with a social mission to offer hope, seeks an Instructional Aide to join our Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation and encourages creative expression. If you thrive in a supportive, student-centered, outcome-driven environment and possess patience, empathy, a positive attitude, and a stellar work ethic, we should talk.

As an Instructional Aide, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the success of students in Grades K-12 by providing personalized support, supervision and guidance both in the classroom and within the community. You will collaborate with classroom educators to assist with implementing each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), tailoring instruction to their unique learning needs. Your dedication will empower students to reach their full potential, building essential skills and confidence.

• Collaborating closely with classroom teachers to cultivate a supportive, welcoming, and high-achieving learning environment where all students feel safe and valued.
• Implementing engaging, individualized instruction and behavioral interventions both on-site and in community settings, aligned with each student s goals and objectives.
• Instructing and closely monitoring students during classroom lessons, ensuring instructional fidelity, and applying targeted strategies to enhance student comprehension and successful course completion.
• Encouraging individual student growth by tracking progress against timelines and proactively communicating with teachers regarding successes and areas needing intervention.
• Managing student behavior effectively, reinforcing school philosophy and policies, and applying consistent disciplinary measures in collaboration with teachers.
• Supporting and mentoring students facing academic challenges, encouraging personal growth, and helping them develop essential community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills.
• Completing clear, accurate, and timely documentation of student behaviors and performance, reporting observations, and offering actionable recommendations to relevant staff.
• Assisting with the preparation of detailed behavioral reports, daily activity logs, and other necessary documentation.
• Communicating proactively and clearly with students, colleagues, supervisors, and families regarding student needs, achievements, and areas of concern, in partnership with teachers and administration.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of all student records and information at all times.
• Participating in assurance and accreditation activities, contributing to site performance standards and accreditation requirements.
• Participating in school-wide, student-parent, and advisory meetings to foster collaborative support networks and positive educational outcomes.
• Responding positively and constructively to feedback, demonstrating continuous professional growth.
• Performing additional responsibilities as needed to support student success and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the educational community.

• High school diploma or equivalent with passage of basic skills test.
• Associate degree or higher in education or a closely related field preferred.
• Hold currently or have the ability to obtain a state driver s license.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a paraprofessional, para educator, teaching assistant or similar credential preferred.
• Prior experience working with children, preferably in a special education program setting.
• Highly skilled in working with children with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities and/or challenging behaviors.
• Comfortable driving and/or riding in a company van with students before and/or after school.
• Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions.
• Proficiency in motivating students and having constructive conversations to move them toward realistic goals.
• Strong oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Free Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
• Free Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
• Company Paid Life & 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
• Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
• 401k…