Empowering Instructional Assistant for Special Needs

Plan Bee Academy; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Plan Bee Academy in Chesapeake, VA, seeks an Instructional Associate to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorders through academics, life skills, social development, and community-based learning. You will assist with academics, daily routines, and behavior support, collaborating with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure a consistent, supportive learning environment across age groups.

This role emphasizes patience, reliability, and compassionate communication, with ongoing

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and basic computer skills (Outlook, Word).
• Strong communication, reading, writing, and documentation skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and adaptable team player.
• Patient, calm, and resilient when supporting escalated students.
• Passion for helping students with learning or behavioral differences.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with academics, social skills, and daily living needs across age groups.
• Observe behavior, document notes, and share updates with the team to adjust strategies.
• Support self-help skills to promote independence (toileting, feeding, hygiene).
• Use de-escalation techniques to maintain a supportive, structured environment.
• Partner with teachers, therapists, BCBAs, and parents to provide consistent and individualized support.

Skills

High school diploma

Strong communication

Reading

Writing

Documentation skills

Reliable

Punctual

Team player

Patient

Calm

Resilient

Passion for helping students

Education

High school diploma (or equivalent)

Tools

Outlook

Word

Job description

Plan Bee Academy in Chesapeake, VA, seeks an Instructional Associate to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorders through academics, life skills, social development, and community-based learning. You will assist with academics, daily routines, and behavior support, collaborating with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure a consistent, supportive learning environment across age groups.

This role emphasizes patience, reliability, and compassionate communication, with ongoing