2026-2027 SPED Aide

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools across four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education, equipping students with real-world readiness for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

About the Role

If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. As a SPED Teacher's Aide, you will assist a SPED classroom teacher in the general supervision and management of children, allowing the teacher more time to focus on the educational needs of students. You must be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the school's educational philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of the daily program under the direction of the SPED teacher.
• Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers, and preparing materials and supplies for students' daily activities.
• Work individually or in small groups with students to review classroom instruction, listen to reading groups, or assist with answering questions.
• Supervise outside playground activities and assist with general housekeeping tasks.
• Support the SPED teacher in any other appropriate ways and perform clerical tasks.
• Treat all children with dignity and respect.
• Attend staff meetings, training programs, and conferences, including in-service training as required by the district.
• Operate and care for instructional equipment used in the classroom.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or immediate supervisor.

Student Management

• Assist with the supervision of students outside the classroom, such as during field trips, play periods, lunchroom activities, and dismissal.
• Supervise the classroom when the SPED teacher is out of the room.

School/Community Relations

• Maintain confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees outside the school.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information, documents, and communications with discretion.
• Cooperate and share professionally with other members of the staff.

What You Will Bring

• Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; support the company's values in academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
• Sensitivity to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and public image.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication, active listening, negotiating, and influencing.
• Ability to consistently be at work, be on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email communications.
• Commitment to improving and promoting quality, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.
• Consistent effort to implement best practices and positive character education.

Requirements

• High School degree, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background check.
• Experience working with children, preferably children with disabilities.
• Commitment to company values and adherence to the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, abilities, and skills will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Work Environment

• Usual school working conditions, which may be noisy during high student traffic.

Physical Demands

• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently needed to move objects.
• Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.