hirly

Cilaschool

Special Education Instructional Aide

Colorado Springs, Colorado

hirly Pro

Get in front of the people hiring at Cilaschool

  • Reach the hiring manager at Cilaschool on LinkedIn, from your own account
  • hirly applies to this job for you, with unlimited applications
  • A resume and cover letter written for this job, unlimited
  • The hiring manager and recruiter at Cilaschool, with contact details
Get Pro for this job →

$49 a month · ₹1,999 for 30 days in India · cancel any time

See how you match this job — and similar ones. Free.

Upload your resume and hirly scores it against this role at Cilaschool first, then against similar open jobs, and shows where you fit and why.

PDF or DOCX, up to 12MB. No sign-up to see your matches.

Get past the screening software and onto a recruiter's desk

hirly rewrites your resume for this job — matching the keywords and skills in the posting, moving your most relevant experience to the top, and writing a cover letter to fit. About 30 seconds.

  • Keywords matched to this posting
  • Fit score before you apply
  • Cover letter included

Matched against 2.9M live jobs from 210,000+ employers in 200+ countries.

Tailor my resume for this job →

Apply from your AI assistant

Connect hirly to Claude or ChatGPT and ask it to apply to this job. hirly tailors your resume, fills the employer’s form and asks before sending.

Some employer sites stop an application at a CAPTCHA or sign-in and hand it back with a link. Applying needs a paid plan. Works with any assistant that supports MCP.

hirly's read of this role

Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
9 Nov 2026

Derived automatically from the posting. Upload your resume above to see how the role scores against it.

the posting

Special Education Instructional Aide

  • Position Summary
  • The Special Education Instructional Aide provides instructional and student support in a special education setting. Under the direction of the classroom teacher and special education teacher, the aide supports students with disabilities in accessing instruction, developing independence, and participating safely in school activities. This role helps create a structured, inclusive, and supportive learning environment aligned with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Key Responsibilities

  • Instructional Support
  • Support students individually or in small groups by reinforcing lessons, assisting with academic tasks, adapting materials, and supporting the use of instructional and assistive technology as directed by the teacher.
  • Student Support & Daily Living Skills
  • Assist students with personal care needs such as toileting, feeding, hygiene, and mobility respectfully and confidentially. Support the development of self-help, communication, and functional skills within the school setting.
  • Behavioral Support
  • Implement behavior intervention plans and positive behavior supports. Assist with monitoring behavior, providing redirection, and supporting emotional regulation to ensure a safe learning environment.
  • Data Collection & Documentation
  • Collect and record data on student performance and behavior as directed by the teacher or IEP team. Assist with maintaining accurate records related to student progress.
  • Supervision & Safety
  • Supervise students during instructional time, transitions, lunch, recess, transportation, drills, and field trips. Ensure student safety at all times and follow school and district procedures.
  • Collaboration & Communication
  • Work collaboratively with teachers, related service providers, administrators, and support staff. Communicate observations and concerns professionally while maintaining student confidentiality.
  • Classroom Support
  • Assist with organizing the classroom, preparing materials, setting up instructional equipment, and maintaining a clean and organized learning environment.

Qualifications & Skills

High school diploma or GED required

Paraprofessional certification, college coursework, or state-required assessment preferred

Experience working with students with disabilities in a school setting is preferred

Knowledge of special education practices, child development, and positive behavior supports

Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

Self-motivated and can work independently under the instruction of the Special Education Teacher.

Patience, flexibility, and the ability to respond to diverse student needs

Ability to follow teacher direction and work as part of a collaborative team

Physical ability to lift, bend, stand, and assist students with mobility and personal care tasks

Original posting on Cilaschool's site ↗

Listed on hirly, a job board. hirly is not the employer: Cilaschool is hiring for this role.

Want this one?

Upload your resume and hirly rewrites it for this job and writes the cover letter — in about thirty seconds, before you sign up.

Tailor my resume for this job