Elementary SPED Aide

At Christel House Indianapolis, we strive to create empowering opportunities through a rigorous and holistic education for all Christel House Indianapolis students and alumni, so they actualize their aspirations and develop effective leadership skills. Christel House Indianapolis students and graduates are world changers. Everyone. Every day. Around the world, Christel House students are empowered to realize their full potential and supported in an environment that allows them to learn and grow as individuals. Their experience is grounded in four foundational values of responsibility, respect, integrity, and independence that were put in place by our founder, Christel DeHaan.

Christel House Indianapolis is currently seeking an Elementary SPED Aide at Academy South.

Days of Service: 202 Days

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate degree with some training/exposure to education and teaching
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively, maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Competency in using technology.
• Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• An agreement with the mission statement and goals of Christel House Schools.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Maintaining all special education documentation and timelines for case conferences in accordance with state and federal requirements.
• Ensuring the delivery of services outlined in individual education plans for students with disabilities in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, schedule case conferences, promptly return phone calls and answer emails, and establish ongoing communication with parents.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
• Participate in appropriate professional activities
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively; maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships
• Other duties assigned.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective performance of the schools.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to serve and make a huge difference in students’ lives.
• Competitive pay and health care options.
• Employer contributions to retirement plans.
• Referral bonuses.

Requirements

A complete application requires the following:

• Current resume (please include an email address).
• Contact information for at least three (3) professional references (References should include candidates’ supervisor in his/her current position and most recent prior position, or student teaching supervisors).

Applicants should disclose any criminal arrests or convictions in the application process. A successful applicant will be required to submit to a national background check.

Christel House Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Questions? Contact [email protected]