1:1 Aide

Specialized Education Services, Inc.

Hoffman Estates (IL)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 25,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Mental health support

Fertility and family building

Smaller class sizes

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is a premier provider of education services for K-12 students needing additional supports to succeed in a traditional school setting.

SESI partners with districts to run in-district classrooms and standalone schools serving students with special and alternative education needs. The paraprofessional/behavior aide role supports students under IEPs, applying behavior strategies, facilitating inclusive learning environments, and

Qualifications

Experience implementing behavioral interventions in educational settings.
IEP goals and accommodations collaboration with teachers and specialists.
Commitment to supporting diverse learners and inclusive classrooms.

Responsibilities

Work one-on-one with assigned students to meet goals in their IEP.
Assist in development and modification of behavior support plans.
Record and track data on behaviors and progress toward goals.
Utilize behavior support strategies and de-escalation techniques as needed.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure consistent implementation of plans.
Communicate effectively with parents and school staff.

Skills

Behavioral interventions

IEP collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is a premier provider of education services for K-12 students who require additional supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting. SESI partners with school districts to run in-district classrooms and standalone schools that meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of special and alternative education students. Partnering with over 600 school districts nationwide, SESI serves more than 7,000 students. Join our team members who shine a positive light on our students and uncover the unique learner within. Have a profound impact, grow, learn, and thrive as part of our team.

Shine on as a paraprofessional/behavior aide

Overview

Shine on as a paraprofessional/behavior aide

What You Can Expect From Us.

Career pathways, mobility up and across our national network, and ongoing professional and leadership development.
Paid training, tuition reimbursement, and credentialing support.
Data-driven, evidence-based learning and instructional models, including SESI’s own positive behavioral interventions and support (PBIS) framework called CASE.
An attractive and robust suite of benefits, including comprehensive healthcare benefits, 401(k) with employer match, employee assistance program, mental health support, fertility and family building, and more.
Smaller class sizes in diverse educational settings.

Para Salary Explanation

This role pays $15.40/hr, including all breaks (6-8 weeks off yearly). Pay continues through holidays and summer break, making the effective rate 18.44/hr for working hours.

What You Can Expect To Do.

Fuel student success—and your own—as you support your assigned student as determined by their individualized education plan (IEP). Realize the joy of possibility as you provide customized behavior support and teach valuable life skills. You will play an essential role as part of a multidisciplinary team in delivering holistic guidance and support.

Responsibilities

Work in a setting with diverse students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Work one on one with an assigned student to meet goals set forth in their IEP, providing accommodations and modifications as necessary.
Assist in the development and modification of behavior support plans.
Implement behavior support plans; record and track data on behaviors, progress toward goals, and incidents.
Utilize behavior support and intervention strategies.
Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and staff.
Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages the development of appropriate social and behavioral skills.
Supervise students and ensure they are always monitored, including to and from appropriate school locations.
Work in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to ensure consistent implementation of behavior support plans.
Provide personal care support dependent on the student’s needs.
Communicate effectively with parents.

Qualifications

What we expect of you.

High school diploma.
Experience working in an educational setting implementing behavioral interventions for students with intensive behavioral needs preferred.

Posted Salary Range

Starting from USD $15.40/Hr.

Physical Requirements

Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring the handling of up to 50 pounds or more.
Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
Capacity to notice and respond to non-verbal cues from students.
Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being