Special Education Aide - Middle School

Equitas Academy Charter Schools; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Equitas Academy Charter Schools in Los Angeles seeks a dedicated RSP/IEP support specialist to deliver IEP service minutes and provide 1:1 and small group support under supervision of the RSP teacher.

You will collaborate with the RSP teacher, participate in IEP meetings, support alternate curriculum lessons, conduct academic assessments, and uphold high expectations and positive discipline policies while communicating with staff, parents, and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• AA degree required, BA preferred.
• Criminal clearance, including fingerprints and TB Test.
• Experience supervising children.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certificate within 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver IEP service minutes under supervision of the RSP teacher.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support and instruction for students.
• Collaborate with RSP teacher to support students with IEPs based on data.
• Participate in IEP meetings.
• Support implementation of alternate curriculum lessons.
• Conduct academic assessments.
• Participate in professional development to refine school culture and academics.
• Maintain high behavioral and academic expectations for students.
• Enforce positive discipline policies.
• Work with and assist teachers during the day with instruction and supervision of students.
• Follow health, safety, and nutrition policies.
• Maintain communication with staff, parents, and stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

IEP support

1:1 instruction

Small group instruction

Data-driven instruction

Education

AA degree required

BA degree preferred

Job description

The mission of Equitas Academy is to prepare students for college, careers, and life pursuits, and inspire them to be champions of equity. We currently serve over 2,000 students and operate four elementary schools and two middle schools in the Pico-Union neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Responsibilities

• Delivers IEP service minutes to students at the direction and under the supervision of the RSP teacher
• Provide 1:1 and small group support and instruction for students
• Collaborate with RSP teacher to provide instruction and support to students with IEPs based on student data
• Participate in IEP meetings
• Support implementation of alternate curriculum lessons
• Conduct academic assessments
• Actively participate in professional development aimed at refining both school culture and academics
• Maintain high behavioral and academic expectations for students
• Enforce Equitas Academy’s positive discipline policies
• Work with and assist teachers during the school day with instruction, oversight, and supervision of students
• Follow policies and procedures for health, safety, and nutrition
• Maintain open lines of communication with staff, parents, and other stakeholders
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• BA degree preferred, AA degree required
• Criminal clearance, including fingerprints and TB Test
• Previous experience working with and supervising children
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Current CPR and 1st Aid Certificate within 3 months of employment

Salary: Starting at $22/hour. This is a full-time, hourly position with benefits.

Commitment to Diversity: Equitas Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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