Instructional Aide

Instructional Aide – Special Education

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a division of Chance Light Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, seeks an Instructional Aide for our award‑winning Special Education program. This role supports student success in classroom and community settings.

• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers to cultivate a supportive, welcoming, and high‑achieving learning environment.
• Implement engaging, individualized instruction and behavioral interventions on‑site and in community settings, aligned with each student’s unique goals.
• Instruct and monitor students during lessons, ensuring instructional fidelity and applying targeted strategies to enhance comprehension and course completion.
• Track student progress against established timelines, communicating regularly with teachers about successes and areas needing additional intervention.
• Manage student behavior effectively, reinforcing school philosophy and policies and applying consistent disciplinary measures in collaboration with teachers.
• Support and mentor students facing academic challenges, encouraging personal growth and assisting them in developing essential community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation of student behaviors and performance, report meaningful observations, and offer actionable recommendations to staff.
• Assist with preparation of detailed behavioral reports, daily activity logs, and other necessary documentation.
• Communicate proactively and clearly with students, colleagues, supervisors, and families regarding student needs, achievements, and concerns.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all student records and information.
• Participate actively in assurance and accreditation activities, contributing to site performance standards and requirements.
• Attend school‑wide, student‑parent, and advisory meetings to foster collaborative support networks.
• Respond positively and constructively to formal and informal feedback, demonstrating continuous professional growth.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support student success and overall community effectiveness.

• High school diploma or equivalent with passage of basic skills test.
• Associate degree or higher in education or a related field preferred.
• Current CA state driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company‑approved crisis management training.
• Paraprofessional, para educator, teaching assistant, or similar credential preferred.
• Prior experience providing instruction, guidance, or support to children, preferably in alternative, special education, or behavioral health settings.
• Skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional/behavioral disorders, and related disabilities.
• Comfortable driving and/or riding in a company van with students before/after school.
• Ability to think and act calmly in emergencies and make independent decisions.
• Proficient in motivating students and engaging in critical conversations to move them toward realistic goals.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem‑solving, and decision‑making.
• Knowledge of relevant technology, including instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry, and basic office equipment.

• High school diploma or higher in Diploma or Equivalent.

• Ability to obtain CA state driver’s license.
• Crisis Prevention Institute certification.
• Paraprofessional credential.

• Special Education
• Assistant Teaching
• Scheduling/Time Management
• Record Keeping & Reporting
• Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
• Behavioral Support
• Crisis Intervention
• Emotional Disturbance
• Behavioral Disorders
• Autism
• Learning Disabilities
• Performance Motivation
• Personalized Instruction
• Student Coaching/Mentorship
• Academic Support
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Computer Skills
• K-12 Education

• Enthusiastic:
  Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest.
• Team Player:
  Works well as a member of a group.