One-on-One Special Education Aide — Impactful Classroom Support

Cesar Chavez Public Charter School For Public Policy; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cesar Chavez Public Charter School in Washington, DC is seeking a Dedicated Aide to provide one-on-one support to scholars with moderate to severe needs in both special and general education settings. You will help students work through regular or modified grade-level curricula and provide interventions to improve behavioral and academic outcomes.

The role requires collaboration with grade level teams, case managers, and related service providers to monitor progress, develop individualized

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED equivalent, post secondary education preferred.
• 1-3 years professional work experience
• Detail and results‑oriented with superior verbal and written skills
• Organized professional
• Communicate clearly with a solutions‑focused attitude to multiple stakeholders
• Prior school experience a plus
• Belief that all students can achieve at the highest levels with no excuses
• Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision‑making
• Strategic thinker and proactive problem‑solver
• Embodies the highest ethical standards
• Works independently with little direct supervision and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, motivating, and relevant one‑on‑one support to students with special needs in both regular and special education classrooms.
• Create Dedicated Aid plans, in collaboration with the scholar’s case managers, teachers and related service providers, to monitor progress and target interventions.
• Collaborate regularly with grade level and multi‑disciplinary teams regarding individual student’s progress and needs; gather and analyze data and anecdotal information on scholar progress during instruction.
• Teach and enforce school‑wide systems, rules & consequences, disciplinary codes, and rewards at all times.
• Collaborate with other staff members and actively participate in all professional development and learning opportunities. Continuously use feedback to make productive changes in instructional practices and overall performance.
• Complete all administrative requirements before given deadlines.
• Participate in additional activities including field trips, intensive academic support sessions, and other required programs as needed throughout the year.
• Communicate regularly with the scholar's family to provide progress reports and establish rapport.

Skills

1-3 years professional work experience

Detail and results-oriented

Organized professional

Clear communication

Independent worker

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Cesar Chavez Public Charter School in Washington, DC is seeking a Dedicated Aide to provide one-on-one support to scholars with moderate to severe needs in both special and general education settings. You will help students work through regular or modified grade-level curricula and provide interventions to improve behavioral and academic outcomes.

The role requires collaboration with grade level teams, case managers, and related service providers to monitor progress, develop individualized