Instructional Aide

Job Description

Job Description

$17–$20/hour | Full-Time

At Fundamentals, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed, even when traditional school settings haven't worked for them.

As an Instructional Aide /Education Support, you'll work alongside licensed special education teachers and directly with students in grades 2–12 who may experience complex emotional, behavioral, mental health, or developmental challenges.

This isn't a traditional paraprofessional role. You'll help students rebuild confidence in learning, develop coping skills, strengthen their academic skills, and build the stamina they need to succeed in school.

What You'll Do

Every day is different. You'll work one-on-one and in small groups while helping create the structure, consistency, and support students need to be successful.

• Build positive, trusting relationships with students
• Support students with academic work, assignments, and classroom activities
• Provide one-on-one and small-group support based on each student's individual needs
• Help students develop coping, communication, social, and emotional skills
• Reinforce classroom expectations, routines, and positive behaviors
• Support students through challenging moments and help them develop positive alternatives
• Help students build the stamina and skills needed to be successful in a traditional school setting
• Support students during Power Hour, expressive arts, recreation, lunch, field trips, and other activities
• Provide additional academic support when needed
• Follow individualized strategies and interventions developed by the student's educational and support team
• Work alongside licensed special education teachers, clinicians, and behavioral support staff
• Communicate observations and student progress with the team
• Help students recognize their progress and build confidence in their ability to learn

What Makes This Work Different?

Our students often come to us after struggling in traditional school settings. Before we can expect academic success, we may need to help a student rebuild trust, find their motivation, learn how to regulate their emotions, and discover that they can be successful at school.

You might help a student who refuses to complete an assignment take the first step. You might support a student through a difficult moment and help them return to learning. You might watch a student who once couldn't make it through a school day gradually build the skills and confidence to do so.

Our goal isn't simply to get students through the school day. It's to help them develop the skills, confidence, and independence they need to eventually succeed in their home school environment.

Why Join Fundamentals?

• $17–$20/hour based on experience, education, and qualifications
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunities for career growth
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Hands-on experience in special education and behavioral support
• Work alongside licensed special education teachers and a multidisciplinary team
• A job where you can see the progress you're helping create

Full-Time Benefits

• 401(k) with match
• Health insurance
• Dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Hospital indemnity plans
• PTO
• Holiday pay
• Mileage reimbursement
• Disability coverage

Who We're Looking For

You don't have to have a traditional education background to be successful here. We're looking for people who are patient, dependable, adaptable, and genuinely interested in helping students succeed.

You may be a great fit if you have experience as a:

• Paraprofessional
• Instructional Aide
• Education Support Professional
• Special Education Aide
• Direct Support Professional
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) professional
• Caregiver
• Youth worker
• Mental health or human services professional
• Teacher or education professional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must be 18+
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Positive, creative approach to problem-solving
• Ability to remain calm and supportive during challenging situations
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team

Schedule

Our Education Program operates:

• School Year : Monday–Friday | between 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
• Summer : Summer hours may be available based on program needs and availability.

If you're looking for more than a traditional classroom support role—and want to help students who have struggled in other settings find their way back to learning—we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and join the Fundamentals team.