Instructional Aide

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education; Highlands Ranch (CO); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vis

Telehealth and Virtual Counseling

Life & Disability Insurance

401k Retirement Saving Plan

Paid Time Off

School Hours and Paid Holidays

Growth & Development Opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy & Education is seeking an Instructional Aide to support students in the Special Education program for grades 6-8. You will collaborate with teachers to implement personalized instruction, monitor progress, and reinforce instructional strategies in both classroom and community settings.

The role emphasizes assisting with IEP implementation, maintaining confidentiality, and contributing to a supportive, high-achieving educational environment.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent w/ passage of basic skills test.
• Associate degree or higher in education or a related field preferred.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a paraprofessional/educational aide credential preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in crisis management training.
• Prior experience providing instruction, guidance and/or support to children; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
• Solid experience working with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, or emotional behavioral disorders.
• Ability to respond calmly in emergencies and make independent decisions.
• Proficiency in motivation, communication, and goal-oriented conversations with students.
• Strong organization, multitasking, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of instructional technology and basic office software.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with teachers to create a supportive learning environment for all students.
• Implement individualized instruction and behavioral interventions on-site and in community settings.
• Monitor students during lessons, ensure fidelity, and apply targeted strategies for comprehension.
• Track student progress and communicate findings to teachers.
• Support and mentor students developing academic, community, vocational, and social skills.
• Document student behaviors and performance and offer actionable observations to staff.
• Assist with preparing behavioral reports and daily logs.

Conocimientos

High School Diploma

Paraprofessional Credential

Crisis Management Training

Experience with special education

Microsoft Office

Instructional support

Educación

Associate degree or higher in education or related field

Herramientas

Instructional technology

Microsoft Office

Database entry

Descripción del empleo

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy & Education, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking an Instructional Aide to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

Starting Rate: $18 - $22 /hour based on experience

Environment: Special Education Program, Grades 6-8

As an Instructional Aide, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the success of students in Grades 6-8 by providing personalized support, supervision and guidance both in the classroom and within the community. Collaborating closely with classroom educators, you'll help assist with implementing each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), tailoring instruction to their unique learning. Your dedication will help empower students to reach their full potential, building essential skills and confidence along the way.

Responsibilities Include:

• Collaborating closely with classroom teachers to cultivate a supportive, welcoming, and high-achieving learning environment where all students feel safe and valued.
• Implementing engaging, individualized instruction and behavioral interventions both on‑site and in community settings, aligned with each student's unique goals and objectives.
• Instructing and closely monitoring students during classroom lessons, ensuring instructional fidelity, and applying targeted strategies to enhance student comprehension and successful course completion.
• Encouraging individual student growth by consistently tracking progress against established timelines and proactively communicating with classroom teachers regarding students' successes and areas needing additional intervention.
• Managing student behavior effectively, reinforcing our school's philosophy and policies, and applying consistent disciplinary measures in collaboration with classroom teachers.
• Supporting and mentoring students facing academic challenges, encouraging personal growth, and assisting them in developing essential community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills.
• Completing clear, accurate, and timely documentation of student behaviors and performance, reporting meaningful observations, and offering actionable recommendations to relevant staff.
• Assisting with the preparation of detailed behavioral reports, daily activity logs, and other necessary documentation.
• Communicating proactively and clearly with students, colleagues, supervisors, and families regarding student needs, achievements, and areas of concern, working in close partnership with teachers and administration.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of all student records and information at all times.
• Participating actively in assurance and accreditation activities, contributing to achieving site performance standards and accreditation requirements.
• Participating in school‑wide, student‑parent, and advisory meetings to foster collaborative support networks and positive educational outcomes.
• Responding positively and constructively to formal and informal feedback, demonstrating continuous professional growth.
• Performing additional responsibilities as needed to support student success and contribute to the overall effectiveness of our educational community.

Qualifications Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent w/ passage of basic skills test.
• Associate degree or higher in education or a related field of study preferred.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a paraprofessional, paraeducator, educational aide, teaching assistant or related credential preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience providing instruction, guidance and/or support to children; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
• Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders and/or other related disabilities.
• Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions.
• Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
• Solid motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision‑making ability.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy & Education is the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!

At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education!

Perks and Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
• FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Personal Protection Insurance Plans
• Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
• Legal Services Insurance
• Pet Health Insurance
• Accrual-based Paid Time Off
• School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
• Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
• 401k Retirement Saving Plan
• Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
• Opportunities for Growth & Development
• And So Much More!