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Soliant Health
Instructional Aide - Wilmington, DE
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$38,783 / year median in Delaware
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Category Schools - Paraprofessional Job Type Contract Make a tangible impact supporting students with complex learning needs in a renowned middle school setting. This contract position offers the chance to work closely with a student in the BRIDGES program, dedicated to those on the autism spectrum and with diverse learning styles. As a paraprofessional, you'll be part of an engaged educational team committed to fostering a safe, nurturing environment.
Key Qualifications:
Valid Delaware Paraeducator Permit required (must be in hand or proof of DEEDS portal submission attached to application) Comfortable assisting with feeding and toileting as needed Experience or willingness to work with students on the autism spectrum and with multiple learning challenges Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, and nursing staff Flexibility, patience, and genuine enthusiasm for working with middle school studentsKey Responsibilities:
Provide individualized support for a female student in the BRIDGES program at a middle school Collaborate with two on-site nurses for specialized needs related to feeding and toileting, ensuring a supportive environment at all times Implement classroom and program strategies under the direction of special education teachers and support staff Promote independence, communication, and social engagement for the student Assist in recording progress and communicating student updates as requiredAdditional Details:
Contract runs ASAP through June 8, 2027, with consistent Monday-Friday daytime hours (8:05am-2:55pm; 30-minute unpaid lunch) All applicants must confirm willingness to complete required $85 CBC fingerprinting prior to starting Applicants holding RBT certification must arrange their own BCBA supervision outside of school hours if maintaining that credential Step into a role where your work changes lives and helps build brighter futures for exceptional students. If you have the required Delaware permit, experience, and dedication, submit your resume and permit documentation today—your expertise is needed! Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/DisabledBenefits
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