Instructional Assistant; Special Education

Instructional Assistant (Special Education)

Are you passionate about making a profound impact on the lives of children with special needs? Do you love helping others succeed academically and personally? If you are a dedicated and compassionate professional who believes that every child deserves a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we have an incredible opportunity for you!

Aspire Educational Services is seeking Instructional Assistants committed to creating a nurturing space where children with diverse abilities can flourish. The Instructional Assistant will support teachers and therapists in providing instruction and will assist students with a variety of needs, including academic support and behavioral support for aggressive or self‑injurious behavior.

• Provide support across all educational settings; escort and supervise students to various locations.
• Assist with classroom management, such as organizing instructional materials.
• Assist students with the use of equipment, including communication devices if applicable.
• Assist students with positioning, transferring, and ambulation.
• Assist with activities of daily living (feeding, grooming, bathing, diapering, and toileting) if applicable.
• Accompany students on the bus or other vehicle.
• Observe, monitor, and redirect behavior as needed.
• Cue students to remain on task and complete activities assigned by the teacher or therapist.
• Follow Individual Education Plans and assist with data collection on student performance.
• Support parental involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma;
  Associate or Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or a related field preferred.
• Passion for working with children with disabilities (may involve toileting).
• Reliable transportation.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to pass school background requirements such as child abuse clearances, FBI fingerprints, etc.

• Paid time off to encourage a healthy work/life balance.
• Paid major holidays.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K with a generous company match.

Aspire does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered or protected veteran status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion throughout our organization.