Teacher's Aide: Afternoon STREAM Guide

Hours: Monday – Friday | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Focus: Ages 4–7 (Early Learners)

Help Us Empower Neurodiverse Young Innovators

At Vanguard Gifted Academy, we celebrate the "different" thinker. Many of our students are twice-exceptional (2e), and we are looking for a Teacher’s Aide who views autism and other neurodivergent traits as a unique way of processing the world. If you have a heart for mentoring children who think outside the box and need a patient, supportive hand to navigate their brilliance, we want to meet you.

What Your Afternoon Will Look Like

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM: Midday Community. Support students during lunch and play. This is a critical time for coaching social-emotional skills.

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: STREAM Module. Work alongside the teacher to facilitate Science, Technology, Research, Engineering, Arts, and Math projects. You will provide the "scaffolding" some of our learners need to turn their big ideas into reality.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

At least 1–2 years of experience working with children ages 4–7.

A patient, empathetic communication style.

Physical ability to engage in active play and move project materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Neurodiversity: Direct experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum, or those with ADHD and sensory processing differences.

Behavioral Support: Familiarity with positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies.

Gifted Education: An understanding of the unique social-emotional needs of gifted/2e learners.

Educational Background: Coursework in Special Education, Psychology, or Early Childhood Development.

How to Apply

Join a team that values discovery over perfection. Please visit www.vanguardgiftedacademy.org to see our mission in action. Send your resume and a cover letter highlighting your experience with neurodivergent learners to ATrujillo@vanguardgiftedacademy.org.