Instructional Aide

About the role

Envision Education seeks Instructional Aides to provide support for students with learning or behavioral needs in our full-inclusion Special Education programs. Positions are available at Impact Academy Middle Grades (Grades 6-8) and Impact Academy High School (Grades 9-12).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Learning Specialists and general education teachers to support students with learning or behavioral needs.
• Implement intervention plans or processes to provide service and support to students to meet Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals or intervention plan goals.
• Organize special education files, student learning records, and maintain on-line IEPs.
• Assist with screening or assessments under supervision of Learning Specialists, including formal documentation, preparing materials, and performing clerical support.
• Document student progress towards meeting established objectives.
• Communicate with Learning Specialists regarding implementation of intervention strategies, IEP services, or compliance.
• Learn and utilize basic methods and procedures in instructional settings.
• Understand and communicate Envision Schools' mission, goals, standards, policies, procedures, confidentiality standards, operating instructions, values, and the Special Education program.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Commitment to Envision Education's mission and vision.
• Knowledge of adolescent growth, development, and behavior characteristics; concepts of cognitive development and different learning styles.
• Ability and willingness to support every student with learning needs and to implement students' IEPs or behavior support plans.
• Ability to assist students in various subject areas.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing conditions; strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with general education and special education colleagues, parents, and community.
• Solid technology skills including proficiency in Word, Excel, or other database programs, and Internet search.
• Desire to work and learn as part of an innovative special education and school team.
• Prior experience working with secondary students with learning needs and a diverse student body.