Special Education Aide: Inspire & Support K-12 Learners

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vis​

FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling

FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7

Company Paid Life & Disability

Company Paid Employee Assistance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Personal Protection Insurance Plans

Legal Services Insurance

Pet Health Insurance

Paid Time Off accrual-based

School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule

Personal Leave Policy

401k Retirement Saving Plan

Perks at Work Discount

Growth & Development opportunities

Job summary

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is seeking an Instructional Aide to support students in Grades K-12 within a dynamic Special Education team. You will help implement IEPs, tailor instruction, and reinforce skills in classroom and community settings.

You will work closely with teachers, monitor progress, and document behaviors to inform planning. The role focuses on student growth, safety, and collaboration with families. This is a hands-on role in a supportive educational culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with passage of basic skills test.
• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Valid CA state driver's license or ability to obtain.
• Ability to obtain crisis management training certification.
• Paraprofessional or related credential preferred.
• Experience providing instruction/support to children, esp. in special ed/behavioral health.
• Skilled with children with learning disabilities, autism, EBD, or related.
• Ability to think clearly in emergencies and make decisions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to create a welcoming, high-achieving learning environment.
• Deliver engaging, individualized instruction and behavioral interventions on-site and in the community.
• Monitor and support students during lessons, ensuring fidelity and progress toward goals.
• Track progress and communicate with teachers on student successes and needed interventions.
• Manage student behavior in alignment with school policies and with teachers' support.
• Mentor students facing academic challenges and help develop community, vocational, and social skills.
• Document student behaviors and performance; provide actionable observations.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Organization

Conflict resolution

Multitasking

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Associate degree or higher

Paraprofessional credential preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database entry

Job description

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is seeking an Instructional Aide to support students in Grades K-12 within a dynamic Special Education team. You will help implement IEPs, tailor instruction, and reinforce skills in classroom and community settings.

You will work closely with teachers, monitor progress, and document behaviors to inform planning. The role focuses on student growth, safety, and collaboration with families. This is a hands-on role in a supportive educational culture.