Instructional Aide Job at Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, Lindenhurst, IL

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  • Spectrum Center Schools and Programs
  • Lindenhurst, IL

Job Description

, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking   Instructional Aides   to join our award-winning 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 fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic —  We Should Talk!📲

As an   Instructional Aide,   you will provide individualized supervision and instruction to assigned students and additional support to the core classroom staff. Working with student(s) to implement their Individualized Education Programs (IEP), you will utilize group and individual instruction in the classroom and community.

‖ Responsibilities Include:

  • Assisting classroom teachers to create an atmosphere in which students feel safe, welcomed and exhibit high expectations of student learning.
  • Implementing on-site and community-based curriculum instruction and behavioral intervention strategies consistent with the goals and objectives of each student.
  • Instructing and monitoring students during lessons in the classroom to ensure fidelity of instruction and utilizing instructional strategies to assist with student learning and help students meet requirements for student course completion.
  • Encouraging and monitoring the progress of individual students in accordance with specific timelines and communicating with the classroom teacher overall progress or interventions needed.
  • Managing student behavior by upholding the Ombudsman philosophy and policies and applying appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary; working collaboratively with classroom teachers to ensure consistency.
  • Supporting and counseling students with academic issues, providing encouragement and working with students to improve their community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills.
  • Completing accurate and timely documentation on student’s behavior as outlined by school procedures, reporting observations to relevant staff and/or making recommendations based on observations.
  • Assisting in the preparation of other behavioral reports and daily activities logs as required.
  • Communicating necessary information to students, team members, supervisors, and parents regarding students’ needs and academic progress in collaboration with classroom teacher and principal.
  • Consistently maintaining the confidentiality of student information and records.
  • Participating in the assurance and accreditation process to ensure that the site passes or meets performance plans.
  • Participating in school, student/parent, and student advisory meetings as requested.
  • Responding constructively to formal and informal feedback.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

‖ Qualifications Required:

  • High school diploma or equivalent w/ passage of basic skills test.  
  • Associate degree or higher in an education or closely related field preferred.
  • Hold currently or have the ability to obtain a CA state driver's license.  
  • Licensed as or have the ability to obtain 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 and next steps.
  • 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.

 

  is a division of   , the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than  240,000 student lives !

💻 Learn more about our history, our mission, and the program services we provide by visiting the links below:

As a member of the ChanceLight family you will be provided with the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment!

‖ Additional Perks and Benefits Include:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • Virtual Medical Visits
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paid Time Off
  • School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
  • Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
  • 401k Options
  • Legal Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Opportunities for Growth & Development
  • And So Much More!

If you're ready to start changing the direction of students' lives by providing them the opportunity to create successful, independent futures — this is your Chance !

Join us and start making a genuine difference in the lives of children TODAY!

Careers, With ChanceLight 💙 Work. With Purpose.

 

Copyright © 2024 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a  ChanceLight® company *Benefit plans and eligibility requirements may vary based on role and employment status.  

Education

Required
  • High School or better
Preferred
  • Associates or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required
  • Driver Licenses
  • Paraprofessional
Preferred
  • Paraeducator
  • Educational Aide Permit
  • Teaching Assistant

Skills

Required
  • Autism
Preferred
  • Special Education
  • Specific Learning Disabil
  • Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Personalized Instruction
  • Childcare
  • Problem Solving
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Office/Administrative

Behaviors

Preferred
  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred
  • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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