Special Education 1:1 Aid

ReNEW Schools; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

United Schools of Indianapolis (USI) is seeking an exceptions one on one Special Education Aid to work directly with select students with significant needs including Autism. The role involves collaboration with Special Education Teachers, families and our Culture Team to ensure students receive both academic and social-emotional support.

The school emphasizes rigorous instruction and measurable student achievement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associates Degree.
• Experience supporting Autistic children.
• Strong knowledge of child development.
• Instructional and behavioral management skills for diverse learners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Leadership potential and willingness to take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Special Education Aid works within collaborative teams.
• Teams meet regularly to analyze student data, refine instruction, share resources, and plan targeted interventions.
• Instruction is rigorous, engaging, and focused on mastery of specific academic skills.
• Partner closely with Special Education Teachers, families and the Culture Team to support students academically and socially.

Skills

Autistic children support

Child development knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Collaborative mindset

Leadership potential

Initiative to improve outcomes

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

United Schools of Indianapolis (USI) is seeking an exceptions one on one Special Education Aid to work directly with select students with significant needs including Autism. USI offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with teachers eligible to earn significant annual performance-based bonuses.

Our staff play a critical role in building strong readers, writers, and mathematicians. In addition to academic excellence, teachers intentionally cultivate the character, independence, and resilience students need to thrive.

At USI:

• We use Eureka Math, Amplify ELA, Amplify Science and Achievement first - high-quality, knowledge-rich curricula.
• Special Education Aid work within collaborative teams.
• Teams meet regularly to analyze student data, refine instruction, share resources, and plan targeted interventions.
• Instruction is rigorous, engaging, and focused on mastery of specific academic skills.

Special Education Aid partner closely with Special Education Teachers, families and our Culture Team to ensure students receive both academic and social-emotional support. We believe strong family engagement is essential to student success. This role is ideal for educators who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are energized by ambitious goals and high standards.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Minimum of an Associates Degree
• Experience supporting Autistic children
• Strong knowledge of child development a
• The instructional and behavioral management skills necessary to support diverse learners at varying skill levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset.
• A deep commitment to high expectations and measurable student achievement.
• Leadership potential and a willingness to take initiative to improve outcomes inside and outside the classroom.

Performance-Based Bonuses

USI offers one of the most competitive bonus structures in the region.

• Staff can earn up to $40,000 annually in performance-based bonuses.
• Over $500,000 in bonuses are awarded each year.
• Bonuses reward retention of high-performing staff and attract top-tier educators.
• Eligibility includes general education teachers, intervention teachers, elective teachers, counselors, deans, administrators, and office staff.

For more details, please review our Full Benefits Guide.