Special Education Instructional Aide - Foundation School of Autism

Role Mission:

ResponsiveEd’s Foundation School of Autism Special Education instructional aide position is ideal for a candidate looking to gain valuable experience in Special Education teaching. Special Education Instructional Aides support the Special Education teacher as they work with students who have a wide range of learning, cognitive, and emotional disabilities to support their academic needs.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the classroom teacher and campus administration.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress.
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside of the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
• Work with other professionals, such as speech therapists, occupational and physical therapists.
• Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records.
• Demonstrate support for the campus's student management policies and assist with behavior management strategies as they relate to students with disabilities.
• Implement ResponsiveEd’s Special Education school board policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.

What You’ll Bring:

• A passion for students, especially students with autism.
• Ability and patience to work interactively with students, especially students with autism.
• Working knowledge of and compliance with federal and state special education law.
• Working knowledge of and compliance with individualized services for students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of and compliance with the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process.
• Knowledge of the development and implementation of the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills to implement multiple and diverse programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Learn and implement teaching curriculum software programs and instruct students on utilization.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of students with disabilities, parents, administrative staff, and Campus Directors.
• Ability to transition with district, campus, and/or department changes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with and receive guidance from supervisors
• Manage multiple priorities effectively.

Education and Experience:

• Educational Aide certification required (must be able to obtain soon after employment)
• Meet one of the following minimum requirements:

• 48 hours of college credit
• Pass all sections of the THEA
• Associate’s academic degree or equivalent from an accredited College
• Bachelor’s degree from a University (preferred)

• Teacher Certification (preferred)