Compassionate Classroom Aide: Special Needs & IEP Support

The Children's Guild; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay: $18+/hour

School schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & mental health days

Professional development opportunities

Supportive culture

Job summary

The Children’s Guild in Baltimore, MD seeks a Classroom Aide to provide direct, one-on-one support to students with special needs in a K-12 setting. You will help students stay engaged, safe, and reach individualized goals.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP goals, collaborating with teachers and families, participating in professional development, and supporting crisis de-escalation when needed. The role offers a stable school schedule and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher; experience in special education preferred.
• Ability to work one-on-one with students who have special needs.
• Strong communication and collaboration with teachers and families.
• 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

One-on-one support

Special needs awareness

IEP implementation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED or higher

Job description

The Children’s Guild in Baltimore, MD seeks a Classroom Aide to provide direct, one-on-one support to students with special needs in a K-12 setting. You will help students stay engaged, safe, and reach individualized goals.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP goals, collaborating with teachers and families, participating in professional development, and supporting crisis de-escalation when needed. The role offers a stable school schedule and comprehensive benefits.