Instructional Assistant, Special Education (K-12)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $20-21.50

Empower Extraordinary Minds as a (Special Education) Instructional Assistant!

Are you passionate about making a profound impact on the lives of children with special needs?Do you love helping others succeed academically and personally? Ifyou'rea dedicated and compassionate professional whobelievesthat every child deserves a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we have an incredible opportunity for you!

Aspire Educational Services is seeking Instructional Assistants for the 2026-2027 school year committed to creating a nurturing space where children with diverse abilities can flourish.The Instructional Assistant will support the teachers/therapists in providing instruction and requires the employee to support students with a variety of needs, which may include academic support and/or behavioral support to include aggressive or self-injurious behavior.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide support across all educational settings;escort and supervise student(s)to various locations across all educational settings.

• Assistwith classroom management, such as organizing instructionalmaterials.

• Assistthe student(s) with use ofequipment to include communication devices (if applicable).

• Assiststudent(s)with positioning, transferring, and ambulation.

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living to include feeding, grooming, bathing, diapering, and toileting (if applicable).

• Accompany student(s)on the bus or othervehicle.

• Observe,monitor, andredirectbehavior asneeded.

• Cuestudent(s)toremainon task and complete activities assigned by the teacher/therapist.

• Follow Individual Education Plans andassistwith data collection on studentperformance.

• Support parental involvement activities.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education and ExperienceRequirements:

• High School Diploma;Associate or Bachelor'sdegree in education, psychology, or a related field preferred.

• Must have passion for working with children with disabilities (may involve toileting).

• Must have reliable transportation.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Must be able to pass school background requirements such as child abuse clearances, FBI Fingerprints, etc.

ComprehensiveBenefitsPackage:

• Paidtimeoffto encourage a healthy work/life balance

• Paid major holidays

• Health, dentaland visioninsuranceavailable

• 401K with a generous company match!

Join us in shaping an inclusive world where every child's potential is unlocked, and their dreams are within reach. Be a part of this extraordinary journey and help us build a brighter future for all students! Apply now and embark on a rewarding career that brings joy, growth, and meaningful connections every single day!

Why AES?

Wedontcut corners. Our academic partners and staff like that we are a small, boutique-style agency, as opposed to a large corporate-run franchise. We providea high levelof customer service, attention-to-detail, and quality work. In addition to building the company from scratch,Aspiresowner/founder Dr. Jaime Friedman (LBS, Psy.D.) has earned an excellent reputation among clients, partners, and within the general community.

About Aspire Educational Services, Inc.

Aspire Educational Services (AES) is committed to providing educational support to charter, private, and public schools. AESis able tofulfill staffing needs for positions including, but not limited to, school psychologists, counselors, speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, personal care aides, therapeutic support staff, general education teachers, and special education teachers. AES has earneda strong reputationfor its commitment to providing the best in customer service to both schools and independent contractors.

At Aspire Educational Services, we believe that diversity and inclusion are key to fostering a vibrant and innovative community. We embrace the unique perspectives and talents of our academic partners. We celebrate the power of collaboration and respect. We build a culture that thrives on inclusivity, where every voice isheardand every contribution is valued.

Aspire does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal,state or local protected class. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion throughout our organization.