Trauma‑Informed One‑on‑One Education Aide for Youth in Detention

Maya Angelou Schools / See Forever Foundation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

HSA/FSA and dependent care accounts

Dental and vision (voluntary)

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Commuter benefits

401k with employer contribution after

Job summary

Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation are seeking a Dedicated Aide to provide individualized academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to a student with disabilities in a secure juvenile detention school in Washington, DC. Under supervision, implement IEP/BIP accommodations and promote engagement while maintaining a trauma-informed, culturally responsive environment.

You will collaborate with teachers, specialists, and correctional staff, document progress, and participate in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Paraprofessional certification preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with at-risk youth, justice-involved youth, or students in alternative educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one instructional support to the assigned student throughout the school day and help access grade-level curriculum.
• Implement behavioral supports outlined in the student's IEP/BIP and use trauma-informed, restorative practices to de-escalate behaviors.
• Maintain continuous awareness of the student's location and follow security procedures to ensure safety.
• Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings; share progress observations and collaborate with teachers and carceral staff.
• Maintain professional boundaries, adaptability, and professionalism in interactions; perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree

Paraprofessional certification

Job description

Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation are seeking a Dedicated Aide to provide individualized academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to a student with disabilities in a secure juvenile detention school in Washington, DC. Under supervision, implement IEP/BIP accommodations and promote engagement while maintaining a trauma-informed, culturally responsive environment.

You will collaborate with teachers, specialists, and correctional staff, document progress, and participate in