Special Education Aide for Vision-Impaired Students

Wayfinder Family Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition assistance

PSLF eligible

FSA plans

Job summary

Wayfinder Family Services is seeking an Instructional Aide to assist visually impaired and multi-handicapped students in a state-certified non-public school. You will help implement IEP goals, supervise activities, and support the Special Education Teacher in promoting daily living and pre-vocational skills.

The role is non-exempt, for ages 5–21, with focus on safety, documentation, and student progress. Hours align with school day in Los Angeles, CA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; two years college or Associate’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with students in special education preferred.
• Experience with students with moderate to severe disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements IEP objectives under the supervision of the teacher.
• Supervises students to ensure health and safety.
• Prepares instructional materials and maintains learning environment.
• Provides services and interventions under guidance of the Special Education Teacher.
• Coaches daily living skills (toileting, dressing, grooming, meals).
• Maintains detailed progress documentation and logs.

Skills

Special education experience

IEP understanding

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma

Associates or two years college in Child Development/Special Education

Job description

Wayfinder Family Services is seeking an Instructional Aide to assist visually impaired and multi-handicapped students in a state-certified non-public school. You will help implement IEP goals, supervise activities, and support the Special Education Teacher in promoting daily living and pre-vocational skills.

The role is non-exempt, for ages 5–21, with focus on safety, documentation, and student progress. Hours align with school day in Los Angeles, CA.