Special Education 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 student success from every background, CSUSA closes achievement and opportunity gaps, embodying the promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

About the Role

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the daily program under the direction of the SPED teacher.
• Plan and prepare the learning environment, set up interest centers, and prepare materials and supplies for daily student activities.
• Work individually or in small groups with students to reinforce classroom instruction, assist with reading groups, or help answer questions.
• Supervise outside playground activities and assist with general housekeeping tasks.
• Support the SPED teacher in any other appropriate ways, including 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 student supervision outside the classroom, such as during field trips, play periods, lunchroom activities, and dismissal.
• Supervise the classroom when the SPED teacher is absent.

School/Community Relations

• Maintain confidentiality regarding 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 staff members.

Qualifications

• 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, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including active listening, negotiating, and influencing.
• Ability to consistently attend work, be on time, follow instructions, and respond to management direction.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information Systems (SIS), and email communications.
• Commitment to improving and promoting quality, accuracy, and thoroughness.
• Strive to implement best practices and positive character education.

Requirements

• High School degree, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background checks.
• Experience working with children, preferably children with disabilities.
• Commitment to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may 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 frequently.
• Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position is non-exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.