Special Education Instructional Aide Foundation School of Autism-Plano

Mission

Are you looking for meaningful work where your presence truly matters The Foundation School of Autism is seeking a compassionate dedicated Special Education Instructional Aide who wants to make a real impact in the lives of students with autism. This role is ideal for someone who wants to grow in special education while contributing to a mission rooted in purpose service and hope.

Responsive Ed's mission is to provide hope for students through educational options that promote a free society and cultivate moral and academic excellence. At the Foundation School of Autism that mission comes to life every day as we create safe supportive and structured environments where students with autism can thrive.

Every day you’ll help build a joyful consistent learning space for students who depend on connection predictability and trust. If you are patient motivated and driven by the belief that every child deserves to be seen and supported we would love to meet you.

As a Special Education Instructional Aide you will play a vital role in supporting students academically socially and emotionally. Working closely with teachers and campus leadership you will help bring individualized plans to life and celebrate student growth big and small.

• Support students with autism in individual and small-group settings
• Assist teachers in implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Help students fully participate in classroom and school activities
• Collaborate with related service providers including speech occupational and physical therapists
• Support behavior management strategies with consistency and care
• Assist with data collection and maintaining student records
• Help create a positive structured and engaging classroom environment
• Follow Responsive Ed policies procedures and special education guidelines

• A genuine passion for working with students with autism
• Patience empathy and a calm supportive presence
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to take direction and work as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfort using technology and learning instructional software
• Willingness to adapt and grow alongside a dynamic campus

Experience with IEPs ARD processes individualized instruction accommodations and behavior support strategies is helpful but a heart for students and a desire to learn are just as important.

• Educational Aide Certification required or ability to obtain shortly after hire
• Must meet one of the following:
  • 48 college credit hours
  • Passing scores on all sections of the THEA
  • Associates degree or higher from an accredited institution
• Bachelors degree or Teacher Certification preferred

When you join the Foundation School of Autism you are joining a community that believes in providing hope building trust and changing lives. You’ll gain hands‑on experience strong mentorship and the opportunity to grow while doing work that matters deeply to students and families.

Key Skills

Early Childhood Education, Classroom Experience, Education Administration, Lesson Planning, Special Education, Adult Education, Teaching, Curriculum Development, Administrative Experience, Leadership Experience, Program Development, Supervising Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1