Immediate Opening: Special Education Instructional Aide – In-Class Support (Push-In)

Working at Brooklyn Lab is unlike working in a traditional school environment. Our educators know the individual strengths and areas for growth of each of their scholars. By design, our schools are small communities where every scholar is seen, known, and heard.

Our faculty understands the value of collaboration.  They share best practices across teams and content, engage in weekly professional development, receive individualized feedback from passionate coaches, and work as a team to provide their scholars with a high-quality education.  

We invite you to be part of a transformation in education and to inspire a diverse group of scholars with a lifelong love of learning. We are an unapologetically college preparation program, and we know that exceptional results require exceptional preparation. To that end, we have an extended school year and school day, from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, to ensure our scholars grow at exceptional levels.

The Special Education Instructional Aide provides push-in academic and behavioral support to scholars with IEPs and to classroom teachers during periods of staffing shortage. This role is designed to increase scholar access to instruction, reinforce accommodations, and ensure consistent implementation of supports in general education settings.

Core Responsibilities

1. Direct Scholar Support (Push-In)

Provide in-class support to scholars receiving Special Education services across assigned classes/grades

Reinforce teacher instruction through:

re-teaching directions

guided practice

check-ins for understanding

small group support inside the classroom

Support scholars in staying on task, completing work, and engaging appropriately in class routines

2. Instructional & Classroom Support

Assist teachers with the implementation of IEP accommodations such as:

chunking tasks

preferential seating

extended time

visual supports

note supports and guided organizers

Provide real-time scaffolds while maintaining classroom expectations and culture systems

Support transitions, routines, and classroom systems to maximize learning time

3. Service Delivery & Documentation Support

Maintain service logs or support trackers as assigned

Communicate scholar progress and needs to classroom teachers and Special Education leadership

Support the preparation of instructional materials aligned to modifications/accommodations

4. Collaboration & Team Support

Attend weekly check-ins with the Special Education team to review schedules and priorities

Coordinate with teachers and deans as needed to support scholar success

Step into coverage/support needs as assigned during staffing shortages

Qualifications

High school diploma required; Associate/Bachelor's degree preferred

Prior experience working with students with disabilities strongly preferred

Ability to work calmly and consistently with scholars who need behavioral and academic support

Strong communication, reliability, and attention to detail

Commitment to Brooklyn LAB’s mission and school culture systems

Success Indicators

Teachers consistently receive reliable push-in support in assigned classrooms

Scholars with IEPs demonstrate increased engagement, work completion, and skill development

IEP accommodations are implemented more consistently across classrooms

Support is delivered with professionalism, confidentiality, and urgency

COMPENSATION

Salary: $52,000

In addition to competitive salaries, LAB benefits package includes:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Short & long-term disability

Life insurance 

Premium gym membership discount to LIFETIME GYM nationwide

Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution

Annual professional development allowance

BECOME BROOKLYN LAB!

Brooklyn LAB is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and is committed to equal access for those with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

COVID-19 VACCINATION POLICY

To prioritize our school community's well-being, health, and safety, Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School will require all staff members to have completed their full COVID-19. In compliance with federal and state laws, we will be offering exemptions to employees who, for medical or strongly held religious reasons, cannot be vaccinated.