Instructional Aide II - $2,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Spectrum Schools; San Pablo (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Instructional Aides to make a difference in the lives of students with special needs. This role involves providing individualized support, implementing educational programs, and fostering essential life skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating meaningful impacts and offering limitless potential for personal and professional growth. With a competitive salary, a $2,000 sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to work with purpose and contribute to the success of students. If you are ready to help shape independent futures, this is your chance!

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Virtual Medical Visits

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule

Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance

401k Options

Legal Insurance

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required; experience with special needs children preferred.
• Ability to analyze and apply basic math concepts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction and support to students.
• Implement IEPs and assist with behavioral intervention strategies.
• Document student behavior and report observations to staff.

Skills

Problem-solving mindset

Sense of humor

Stellar work ethic

Ability to analyze and interpret basic math

Experience working with children

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Instructional Aide II - $2,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Pay Competitive

Location: San Pablo, California

Employment type: Full-Time

Job Description

Spectrum Center Schools, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking Instructional Aides to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression, and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

→ Now Offering $2000 Sign-on Bonus!

If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic —We Should Talk!

As an Instructional Aide, you will provide individualized supervision and instruction to assigned students and additional support to the core classroom staff. Working with student(s) to implement their Individualized Education Programs (IEP), you will utilize group and individual instruction in the classroom and community.

Responsibilities Include:

• Working with students to improve their community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills.
• Implementing curriculum (including all on-site and community-based instruction) and behavioral intervention strategies consistent with the letter and intent of the IEP/ITP (Individual Transition Plan)/PBIP (Positive Behavior Intervention Plan) to meet each student’s goals and objectives.
• Performing job coaching duties as assigned, by assisting in the training of students, on campus or at community job sites in appropriate work behavior and specific employment skills.
• Completing accurate and timely documentation on student’s behavior as outlined by school procedures; reports observations to relevant staff and makes recommendations based on observations.
• Assisting in preparation of other behavioral reports and daily activities log as required.
• Maintaining confidentiality of student information and records at all times.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

• HS Diploma or equivalent with passage of basic skills test.
• Experience working with children, preferably students with special needs.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and apply concepts of basic math.
• Working knowledge of computer software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable driving and/or riding on the van with students before/after school.

Spectrum Center Schools is a division of Chancelight Education, the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!

As a member of the Chancelight family, you will be provided with the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve performance, success, and advancement goals; and receive all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment!

Additional Perks and Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Virtual Medical Visits
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• 401k Options
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Opportunities for Growth & Development
• And So Much More!

If you're ready to start changing the direction of students' lives by providing them the opportunity to create successful, independent futures —this is your Chance!

Join us and start making a genuine difference in the lives of children TODAY!

Careers, With Chancelight. = Work. With Purpose.

About the company

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs serve students with a variety of special needs, behavioral challenges, and differing abilities. Spectrum programs are designed for students ages five to 22 with a wide array of special needs, including autism, emotional disturbances, and other disabilities.