SPED Paraprofessional / Instructional Aide - Santa Maria Schools
6 days ago
Santa Maria
Job Description Make a Difference Every Day – Join Blue Horizons! Blue Horizons is hiring Instructional Aides and SPED Paraprofessionals to support students with special needs in public schools across Santa Maria. If you're compassionate, patient, and passionate about helping students succeed, we'd love to hear from you. Pay & Schedule • Starting at $19+/hour (based on experience and certifications), • Monday–Friday, • Full-Time, • Part-Time, • Substitute Benefits • Competitive pay with performance reviews and potential raises at 90 days and 1 year, • Paid training and certification support, • Holiday, vacation, and sick pay, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, • 401(k) with employer match, • Supportive leadership team, • Support students in classroom learning and daily activities, • Assist with personal care when needed, • Provide one-on-one or small group support, • Monitor student behavior and progress, • Use de-escalation strategies (training provided), • Help teachers with lesson prep and classroom materials, • Supervise students during lunch, recess, and field trips, • High school diploma or equivalent required, • Experience with special needs students is a plus (not required), • Instructional Aide roles available, • Must pass TB test Join Blue Horizons and help students build confidence, independence, and success in school.