Instructional Aide

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking an Instructional Aide to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction! If you thrive in a supportive, student-centered, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess patience, empathy, a positive attitude, and a stellar work ethic — We Should Talk! As an Instructional Aide, you’ll play a vital role in shaping Grades K-12 students' success by providing personalized support, supervision, and guidance. Collaborating closely with classroom educators, you'll help implement each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), tailoring instruction to their unique needs both in the classroom and within the community. Your dedication will empower students to reach their full potential, building essential skills and confidence along the way. Welcome to Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, where we have been dedicated to serving students with special needs, behavioral challenges, and emotional disorders for over 30 years. As a vital part of ChanceLight® Behavioral Health & Education, the nation’s leading provider of behavioral health and education solutions for children and young adults, Spectrum Center is committed to changing the lives of children by providing them with the opportunity to create successful, independent futures. • High school diploma or equivalent w/ passage of basic skills test.  • Associate degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study preferred. • Hold currently or have the ability to obtain a state driver's license.  • Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a paraprofessional, paraeducator, teaching assistant or similar credential preferred. • Prior experience working with children, preferably in a special education program setting. • Highly skilled in working with children with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities and/or challenging behaviors. • Comfortable driving and/or riding in a company van with students before and/or after school. • Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions. • Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals. • Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability. • Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.