Teaching Assistant Job at Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, Lindenhurst, IL

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  • Spectrum Center Schools and Programs
  • Lindenhurst, IL

Job Description

🟢 Starting Rate: $18 - $22 /hour based on experience

🏫 Environment: Special Education Program, Grades K-12

, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking an Instructional Aide 1:1  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 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 1:1 ,   you will provide individualized supervision and instruction to assigned students Grades K-12 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 Spectrum 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 education or a closely related field of study preferred.
  • Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a paraprofessional, paraeducator, teaching assistant or similar credential.
  • 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.

 

  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 link below:

At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Y our path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a  Chance   to transform lives through education!

‖ Perks and Benefits Include:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
  • FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
  • Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
  • Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Personal Protection Insurance Plans
  • Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
  • Legal Services Insurance 
  • Pet Health Insurance
  • Accrual-based Paid Time Off 
  • School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
  • Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
  • 401k Retirement Saving Plan
  • Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
  • Opportunities for Growth & Development
  • And So Much More!

If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your   Chance !

Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential!

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 in Education or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required
  • Paraprofessional

Skills

Preferred
  • Special Education
  • 1:1 Student Instruction
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Autism
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Behavioral Support
  • Personalized Instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • 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
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