Job DetailsJob Location
- The
- Accelerated
- School -
- Los
- Angeles,
- CA 90037Position
- Type:
- Full
- TimeEducation
- Level: 4
- Year
- DegreeSalary
- Range: $25.15 - $25.15 Hourly Special Education Instructional Aide About The Accelerated School At The Accelerated Schools, we believe in the boundless potential of every student and are committed to helping them thrive. Located just south of Downtown Los Angeles, we serve a vibrant community of over 1,700 TK–12 students and are dedicated to preparing them to excel in college, career, and life. Our approach blends innovation, equity, and compassion, creating an environment where students are empowered to take ownership of their learning and their future.
- Our
- Instructional
- Approach: Our instructional approach incorporates research-based practices, including project-based learning, student choice & voice, self-direction, and mentoring. Our students set their own short-term and long-term academic and personal goals and our faculty members support students in monitoring their progress toward these goals every day.
- Our
- Approach to
- Behavior
- Support: We embrace Restorative Practices and Circles as a means of building community. This system relies on the belief that all people should have opportunities to develop positive habits and learn from their mistakes. We believe that the best way to accomplish this goal is for us to listen to students, seek to understand their perspectives, and support their journey toward empowerment.
- Our
- Mission &
- Commitment to
- Equity: The Accelerated Schools will graduate students who are prepared to succeed at the university and career of their choice who will enter the workplace as informed and productive employees. At The Accelerated Schools, educational equity is continuously creating and implementing practices that are culturally responsive, and honoring voices from all educational and community partners. Through curiosity, inquiry, self and system reflection, we disrupt inequitable systems so that students graduate in four years, college, career and or life ready. Job Summary The Accelerated Schools is currently seeking a Special Education Instructional Aide to join an exceptional team of educators serving the youth of South Los Angeles. Under the direction of a certificated teacher, the Special Education Instructional Aide supports the delivery of instruction to individual or small groups of special education students, assists with IEP implementation, and helps maintain a safe and supportive learning environment. What You Will Do Instructional Support Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment. Monitor and oversee student tests, practices, and assignments in various subjects. IEP & Behavioral Support Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of IEPs and behavior plans; confer with the teacher concerning IEPs, lesson plans, and materials to meet student needs. Student Guidance & Social-Emotional Support Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework, and projects in various subject areas. Assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, respectful attitude, and general guidance. Clerical & Administrative Support Perform routine clerical duties. Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Our
- Ideal
- Teammate: You are deeply mission-driven and believe Accelerated can and will meet audacious goals. You connect vision to outcomes by prioritizing strategically and using data to guide decisions. You believe diversity drives innovation and actively foster inclusive environments. You reflect on how your decisions advance equity and inclusion and work in partnership with students, families, and community. You take ownership of your actions and impact. You reflect, seek feedback, adjust as needed, and hold yourself accountable for results. You value relationships and build trust through integrity, transparency, and follow-through. You engage in honest, two-way dialogue grounded in empathy and humility. You believe learning happens through dialogue, not monologue. You listen actively, elevate diverse voices, and seek understanding, even in moments of conflict. You are a strategic, outcomes-oriented problem solver. You prioritize effectively, anticipate challenges, and adapt strategies to drive meaningful results. You believe in continuous growth for yourself and others. You celebrate wins, own mistakes, seek coaching and feedback, and support teammates in developing their skills and impact. Qualifications Minimum and
Preferred Qualifications
Required An associate of arts degree; or two years of college; or demonstrated, through a state or local academic assessment, knowledge of, and the ability to assist in the instruction of reading and writing Previous experience working with special needs students including supporting students' behavioral needs Enjoys working with children and is interested in a career in education Self-starter; computer literate; communicates effectively both orally and in writing Ability to work effectively in a positive manner with a wide variety of personalities and situations requiring tact, judgment, stability, and poise Preferred Bilingual – Spanish Compensation and Benefits: $25.15/hour Work Schedule Monday – Friday, Full-Time August – June (10-month) work calendar To Apply: Please visit Paycom to complete the application. Attach resume and a letter of interest. Open until filled.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, please contact: humanresources@accelerated.org The Accelerated Schools are tuition-free public charter schools that do not discriminate against any student, parent, community member, or staff member based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
