Instructional Aide 1:1
$35,000–$40,000 year
On-site · Plano, Texas, United States
Job Summary
As an Instructional Aide 1:1, you’ll provide direct, individualized support, supervision and guidance to assigned high school students, assisting with the implementation of their individualized education plans (IEPs). Responsibilities include collaborating with educators to create a supportive learning environment, monitoring student progress, managing behavior effectively, and documenting student performance. The role requires patience, empathy, strong communication skills, and the ability to motivate students facing academic challenges. Candidates need a high school diploma, the ability to obtain crisis management certification, and preferably have experience in special education or related fields.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent w/ passage of basic skills test
- Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training
- Prior experience providing instruction, guidance and/or support to children; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting
- Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders and/or other related disabilities
- Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability
Desired Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study
- Licensed as a paraprofessional, paraeducator, education assistant or similar credential
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