Compassionate Classroom Aide for Special Needs IEP Support

The Children's Guild; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & mental health days

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Children’s Guild in Baltimore is seeking a Classroom Aide to support students with special needs, including autism, through individualized attention in a K-12 setting. You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and families to help students reach their IEP goals and participate in ongoing training.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, documentation of progress, and a collaborative, mission-driven environment dedicated to student success and family engagement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; experience in special education preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience with students with special needs or autism.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping children succeed.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
• Engage in family outreach and school-based activities.
• Participate in professional development and training.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to implement IEP goals.
• Assist in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Document student progress and behavioral observations.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Experience in special education

Experience with autism

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patience and empathy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Children’s Guild in Baltimore is seeking a Classroom Aide to support students with special needs, including autism, through individualized attention in a K-12 setting. You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and families to help students reach their IEP goals and participate in ongoing training.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, documentation of progress, and a collaborative, mission-driven environment dedicated to student success and family engagement.