ABA Paraprofessional - Special Education Support

Academy-For-Advancement-of-Children-With-Autism; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Academy for Advancement of Children with Autism (AACA) seeks a dedicated staff member to support students with academic, social, and daily living skills in a 30-hour-a-week role. Training provided in ABA techniques and behavior plans, with emphasis on teamwork and compassionate care.

Responsibilities include toileting assistance, managing challenging behaviors, data collection, and collaboration with teachers to implement individualized plans.

Qualifications

• Experience with special needs or behavioral support preferred.
• Open to learning and using applied behavioral techniques.
• Able to remain calm and follow through during challenging situations.
• Friendly, outgoing, and communicates well with staff and students.
• Physically able to assist with personal care and behavioral interventions.
• Have no physical restrictions and can lift up to 50 pounds.
• Full time availability Monday-Friday 8:45am-3:15pm (30 hours a week are our fulltime hours)

Responsibilities

• Support students with academic, social, and daily living skills.
• Assist with toileting, hygiene, and feeding needs.
• Help manage and de-escalate aggressive physical behaviors using approved techniques.
• Utilize ABA strategies and follow individualized behavior plans.
• Follow classroom management plans and behavior support strategies.
• Collect data on student progress and behaviors.
• Be consistent, patient, and a team player in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

Skills

ABA techniques

Data collection

Team player

Calm under pressure

Behavioral support

Job description

The Academy for Advancement of Children with Autism (AACA) seeks a dedicated staff member to support students with academic, social, and daily living skills in a 30-hour-a-week role. Training provided in ABA techniques and behavior plans, with emphasis on teamwork and compassionate care.

Responsibilities include toileting assistance, managing challenging behaviors, data collection, and collaboration with teachers to implement individualized plans.