Top 169 Special education aide Jobs in Whittier Ca

Instructional Aide
Spectrum Center Schools and Programs —Orange, CA
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Special Education Instructional Aide
Olive Crest —Garden Grove, CA
- $23 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Clean driving record
- Paid jury duty
- Health savings account
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Behavior Technician
Behavior Frontiers —Norwalk, CA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Psychology
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Behavior Technician
Behavior Frontiers —Anaheim, CA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Psychology
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Behavior Technician
Behavior Frontiers —Arcadia, CA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Psychology
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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2d
Behavior Aide
Behavioral Emotional and Academic Mentoring LLC —Whittier, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Basic math
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Special Education Aide - Hiring Now
Zen Educate US —West Covina, CA
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- 401(k)
- Paid sick time
Paraprofessional
Scoot Education —Baldwin Park, CA
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Paid training
- 401(k)
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Teaching Assistant - Hiring Now
Zen Educate US —West Covina, CA
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- 401(k)
- Paid sick time
Per Diem Instructional Aides for School Districts | URGENT Job#25585
Ro Health —Monrovia, CA
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Behavior Interventionist
Easter Seals Southern California, Inc. —Whittier, CA
- Part-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Pass drug screening
School Aide - Hiring Now
Zen Educate US —Irvine, CA
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- 401(k)
- Paid sick time
5d
Behavior Technician (Bachelor's Degree Required)
Coyne and Associates —Walnut Park, CA
- Up to $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Caregiving
- Driving
- Psychology
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid training
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Behavior Technician (Bachelor's Degree Required)
Coyne and Associates —Long Beach, CA
- Up to $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Caregiving
- Driving
- Psychology
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid training
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3d
Educational Aide for At-Risk Youth
Olive Crest —Garden Grove, CA
- $23 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Clean driving record
- Paid jury duty
- Health savings account
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8d
ABA Behavior Technician | Classroom Support (Irvine)
Ro Health —Tustin, CA
- $25 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Applied behavior analysis
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Entry Level Autism Paraprofessional - Training Provided
Behavioral Health Works —Glendale, CA
- $23 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- Clinic
- Driving
- Travel
- Travel reimbursement
- Dental insurance
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2d
Paraeducator Behavior Aide 2026 - 2027 School Year
Behavioral Emotional and Academic Mentoring LLC —Hacienda Heights, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Basic math
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Behavior Aide - Sub
Behavioral Emotional and Academic Mentoring LLC —Hacienda Heights, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Basic math
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2026-27 Special Education Instructional Aide
Alliance College-Ready Public Schools —Los Angeles, CA
- $23.25 - $28.23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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Instructional Aide

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs -
Orange, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
From $18 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount

Qualifications

School experience
Conflict resolution in education
Teaching students with emotional and behavioral disorders
Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders
Individual crisis management
Writing skills
Experience working with individuals with autism
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Documentation tools
Experience working with children
Working with students
Computers (educational technologies)
Productivity software
Experience working with elementary school students
Disability services experience
Passenger van operation

Full Job Description

Starting Rate: $18 /hour

Environment: Special Education Program, Elementary School

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking an Instructional Aide 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 supportive, student-centered, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess patience, empathy, a positive attitude, and a stellar work ethic — We Should Talk!

As an Instructional Aide, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the success of Elementary School students by providing personalized support, supervision and guidance both in the classroom and within the community. Collaborating closely with classroom educators, you'll help assist with implementing each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), tailoring instruction to their unique learning. Your dedication will help empower students to reach their full potential, building essential skills and confidence along the way.

‖ Responsibilities Include:

Collaborating closely with classroom teachers to cultivate a supportive, welcoming, and high-achieving learning environment where all students feel safe and valued.
Implementing engaging, individualized instruction and behavioral interventions both on-site and in community settings, aligned with each student's unique goals and objectives.
Instructing and closely monitoring students during classroom lessons, ensuring instructional fidelity, and applying targeted strategies to enhance student comprehension and successful course completion.
Encouraging individual student growth by consistently tracking progress against established timelines and proactively communicating with classroom teachers regarding students' successes and areas needing additional intervention.
Managing student behavior effectively, reinforcing our school's philosophy and policies, and applying consistent disciplinary measures in collaboration with classroom teachers.
Supporting and mentoring students facing academic challenges, encouraging personal growth, and assisting them in developing essential community, vocational, leisure, domestic, academic, and social skills.
Completing clear, accurate, and timely documentation of student behaviors and performance, reporting meaningful observations, and offering actionable recommendations to relevant staff.
Assisting with the preparation of detailed behavioral reports, daily activity logs, and other necessary documentation.
Communicating proactively and clearly with students, colleagues, supervisors, and families regarding student needs, achievements, and areas of concern, working in close partnership with teachers and administration.
Maintaining strict confidentiality of all student records and information at all times.
Participating actively in assurance and accreditation activities, contributing to achieving site performance standards and accreditation requirements.
Participating in school-wide, student-parent, and advisory meetings to foster collaborative support networks and positive educational outcomes.
Responding positively and constructively to formal and informal feedback, demonstrating continuous professional growth.
Performing additional responsibilities as needed to support student success and contribute to the overall effectiveness of our educational community.

‖ 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.
Hold currently or have the ability to obtain a CA state driver's license.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a paraprofessional, paraeducator, teaching assistant or similar credential preferred.
Prior experience providing instruction, guidance and/or support to children; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders and/or other related disabilities.
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.

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50 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:

https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithPurpose

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! Your 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.

Education

Required

High School or better in Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred

Associates or better in Related Field of Study

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Ability to Obtain
Crisis Prevention Inst
Driver Licenses

Preferred

Active or In Process
Paraprofessional

Skills

Preferred

Special Education
Assistant Teaching
Scheduling/Time Management
Record Keeping & Reporting
Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
Behavioral Support
Crisis Intervention
Emotional Disturbance
Behavioral Disorders
Autism
Learning Disabilities
Performance Motivation
Personalized Instruction
Student Coaching/Mentorship
Academic Support
Attention to Detail
Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Computer Skills
Elementary Education

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
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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