Special Education Instructional Aide

About The Accelerated School

The Accelerated Schools, located just south of Downtown Los Angeles, serves a vibrant community of over 1,700 TK–12 students. We are dedicated to preparing them to excel in college, career, and life through an innovative, equitable, and compassionate approach.

Instructional Approach

We incorporate research-based practices such as project-based learning, student choice & voice, self-direction, and mentoring. Students set their own short-term and long-term academic and personal goals, and our faculty support them in achieving these goals daily.

Behavior Support

We embrace Restorative Practices and Circles to build community. This system focuses on listening to students, seeking to understand their perspectives, and supporting their journey toward empowerment.

Mission & Commitment to Equity

The Accelerated Schools aims to graduate students prepared for success at the university and career of their choice, who will enter the workplace as informed and productive employees. We continuously create and implement culturally responsive practices to honor all voices and partners.

Job Summary

The Accelerated Schools is seeking a Special Education Instructional Aide to join our exceptional team. This role supports the delivery of instruction to special education students, assists with Individualized Education Program (IEP) implementation, and maintains a safe and supportive learning environment under the direction of a certificated teacher.

What You Will Do

• Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment.
• Monitor and oversee student tests, practices, and assignments in various subjects.
• Aid in the implementation of IEPs and behavior plans; confer with the teacher concerning IEPs, lesson plans, and materials to meet student needs.
• Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework, and projects in various subject areas.
• Ensure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; provide emotional support, respectful attitude, and guidance.
• Perform routine clerical duties and assist with other related tasks as assigned.

Our Ideal Teammate

You are deeply mission-driven and believe Accelerated can and will meet audacious goals. You connect vision to outcomes by prioritizing strategically and using data to guide decisions. You foster inclusive environments and actively work towards equity and inclusion. You reflect on your decisions, engage in honest dialogue, and support teammates in developing their skills and impact.

Qualifications

• Required: An associate of arts degree; or two years of college; or demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to assist in the instruction of reading and writing through a state or local academic assessment.
• Previous experience working with special needs students, including supporting students' behavioral needs.
• Enjoy working with children and being part of a career in education.
• Self-starter; computer literate; effective communicator both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of personalities and situations, maintaining a positive and stable demeanor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual – Spanish

Compensation and Benefits

$25.15/hour
August – June (10-month) work calendar

To Apply

Please visit Paycom to complete the application. Attach your resume and a letter of interest.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, please contact: humanresources@accelerated.org

The Accelerated Schools are tuition-free public charter schools that do not discriminate based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these characteristics.