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Special Education School Aide

Pacific Autism Center for Education
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2026
Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special needs? Join our dedicated team and help create a supportive, inclusive, and enriching educational environment where every student can thrive!

We are seeking a caring, reliable, and patient Special Needs Instructional Aide to support students with disabilities in the classroom. In this role, you’ll work closely with teachers, therapists, and other staff to implement individualized education plans (IEPs), support behavior management strategies, and help students reach their academic, social, and emotional goals.

Why Join PACE?

  • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits offered
  • Paid sick and vacation time
  • Retirement plan with matching contribution, upon vesting
  • Meaningful work that changes lives in a supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunity to grow within the education field

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with special needs
  • Assist with instructional activities under the direction of the teacher
  • Support students with communication, mobility, and daily living skills
  • Maintain a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment
  • Document student progress and report observations to the teaching team
  • Attendance – Due to the nature of this position, you must have reliable attendance.
  • You will learn safe techniques to redirect students during any behaviors.
  • You may need to assist a student with hygiene and/or potty training.

Knowledge, Skill And Experience

The Instructional Aide must possess the following minimum requirements.

  • Age – 18 years of age or older
  • Education – High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required, AA or BA preferred. Competency in English writing and communication (e.g. speaking, reading and writing).
  • Medical – Must have a physical and TB screening test prior to employment and routinely during employment as required.
  • Live Scan Clearance – Must possess and maintain a clear DOJ and FBI clearance prior to and during employment.

Physical Requirements

The Instructional Aide must be able to comply with and adhere to the following physical requirements.

  • Pushing and Pulling – The Instructional Aide must be able to lift and or push at least 35lbs.
  • Twisting and Turning – Due to the high activity of the program this position requires the individual to be able to physically bend, squat, reach over shoulders, reach over head, reach outward, kneel, sit, walk, run on normal, slippery, or uneven surfaces and stand.
  • Safety Care – The Instructional Aide must be able to follow all Safety Care Procedures when needed.

Salary Description

$23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Salary : $23 - $26

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