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Therapeutic Instructional Aide (Program Counselor)

• 4.6 103 Zion Station Road, Troy, VA 22974 $18.00 - $22.50 an hour - Contract, Full-time Apply with Indeed Program Counselor / Behavioral Instructional Assistant Lafayette School | Troy, Virginia Full-time, year-round, salaried | Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. About the Position Lafayette School is a small therapeutic day school seeking a compassionate, dependable Program Counselor to support students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. Working alongside classroom teachers and clinical staff, you will help students stay engaged in learning, navigate challenges, build relationships, and develop greater independence. This is a hands-on role providing direct student support throughout the school day. We value patience, clear communication, a willingness to learn, and a firm belief that every student can succeed. Responsibilities Support classroom instruction by helping students understand directions, complete assignments, and participate in individual and group activities. Implement individualized behavioral supports under the guidance of teachers and the treatment team. Help students practice emotional regulation, coping strategies, problem-solving, social skills, and positive decision-making. Build trusting relationships while maintaining consistent expectations and professional boundaries. Provide positive reinforcement and constructive feedback throughout the day. Supervise and support students during classes, transitions, recreation, and school activities. Respond calmly to challenging situations using prevention, de-escalation, and Lafayette's relationship-centered, "hands-last" approach. Record behavioral and academic progress after each class period and provide individual student feedback. Contribute to weekly progress reviews, monthly summaries, staff meetings, and team planning. Maintain accurate, timely documentation and protect student and family confidentiality. Follow school safety procedures and reporting requirements. Qualifications Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent when students are struggling. Strong communication, observation, organization, and documentation skills. Ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds. Openness to feedback, professional growth, and learning from mistakes. Comfort using Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and other basic technology. Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Successful completion of required background checks, fingerprint clearance, and TB screening. Preferred Education and Experience Experience supporting children or adolescents in educational, behavioral health, special education, or related settings. An associate degree or relevant college coursework and experience. Familiarity with trauma-informed practices and positive behavioral supports. Current or previous Mandt, CPR/First Aid, or Medication Administration Training for Youth certification. What We Offer A full-time, year-round salaried position. Continued salary during scheduled school holidays and school closures for snow. Mandt training and ongoing professional development. A small team where your work directly contributes to students' progress. A school community grounded in Community, Integrity, and Resilience. To Apply Please submit your résumé and a brief statement describing your interest in supporting students at Lafayette School.

Pay:

$18.00 - $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance

Work Location:

In person