SPED Instructional Aide – Supportive, Inclusive Classrooms

Oakland School For The Arts; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Commuter benefits

Employee assistance program

Retirement plans with matching

Job summary

Oakland School for the Arts seeks a dedicated and compassionate full-time Instructional Aide to join our SPED team. You’ll work with case managers, general education teachers, and the broader SPED team to support students with diverse learning needs, helping them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities include providing small-group and one-on-one instruction aligned with IEPs, reinforcing lessons, supporting behavior plans, maintaining

Qualifications

• General understanding of academic subjects including math, reading, science, and social studies.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of special education practices and student support strategies.
• Proficiency with computers and educational technology tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the academic and behavioral success of students with disabilities in both general education and special education classrooms.
• Provide small-group and one-on-one instruction aligned with student learning goals and IEPs.
• Reinforce classroom lessons and help students develop study skills, organization, and self-advocacy.
• Implement behavior support plans and assist in promoting positive classroom behavior.
• Maintain accurate records and data to monitor student progress.
• Support student discipline, engagement, and social-emotional development.
• Perform clerical and administrative tasks, including data entry and classroom organization.
• Monitor appropriate use of technology and adherence to school policies.
• Maintain a safe,Inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Collaborate regularly with teachers, specialists, and administrators to ensure student needs are met.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education.

Skills

Academic subjects

Communication skills

Special education basics

Educational technology

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Oakland School for the Arts seeks a dedicated and compassionate full-time Instructional Aide to join our SPED team. You’ll work with case managers, general education teachers, and the broader SPED team to support students with diverse learning needs, helping them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities include providing small-group and one-on-one instruction aligned with IEPs, reinforcing lessons, supporting behavior plans, maintaining