Autism Aide with Training- Gallup, NM

Center for Social Dynamics; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Paid training

Career milestones

Job summary

Center for Social Dynamics partners with schools to support students with diverse learning and behavioral needs, helping them succeed in both special and general education settings.

We offer a flexible, on‑the‑go role where no two days look the same. Start with paid training and ongoing coaching to follow personalized plans from our clinical leaders, celebrating small wins toward big growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Flexible availability (especially Monday–Friday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays).
• Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, COVID – CA mandated).
• Reliable transportation.
• Comfort working with diverse populations.
• Willingness to complete training and documentation.
• Ability to frequently sit and stand; keeping pace with your client.

Responsibilities

• Use play, games, and evidence‑based strategies to help children build communication, social, and life skills.
• Bring energy and compassion to each session—whether at a child’s home, a center, or in the community.
• Follow personalized plans designed by clinical leaders while celebrating small wins that lead to big growth.
• Work in a flexible, on‑the‑go role where no two days look the same.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

Center for Social Dynamics (CSD) partners with schools to support students with diverse learning and behavioral needs, helping them succeed in both special and general education settings. We are committed to building futures filled with growth, confidence, and joy.

About the Opportunity

• Use play, games, and evidence‑based strategies to help children build communication, social, and life skills.
• Bring energy and compassion to each session—whether it’s at a child’s home, one of our centers, or out in the community.
• Follow personalized plans designed by our clinical leaders while celebrating small wins that lead to big growth.
• Work in a flexible, on‑the‑go role where no two days look the same.
• You don’t need prior experience—CSD provides training and ongoing support.

What Success Looks Like

• Kids smiling because they can now say a new word, share a toy, or join in play.
• Families feeling hope and relief as they see progress.
• Staff growing through paid training, coaching, and mapped‑out career milestones.

Benefits & Perks

• Consistent weekday schedule (no weekends).
• School‑year calendar with holidays aligned to district schedules.
• Meaningful, hands‑on experience with students.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Starting pay: $18–$25 per hour, based on experience.
• Career Compass: clarity from day one with your growth pathway.
• Dreams Come True: free college or tuition reimbursement to help earn a degree.
• Career Rewards: recognition and milestones as you grow.
• Flexible schedules + paid training so you can learn, earn, and thrive.

About You

We’re looking for someone who: Enjoys working with children and making a difference; is patient, dependable, and compassionate; communicates clearly and works well as part of a team; thrives in structured, school‑based environments.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Flexible availability (especially Monday–Friday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays).
• Proof of vaccinations (MMR, Varicella, COVID – CA mandated).
• Reliable transportation.
• Comfort working with diverse populations.
• Willingness to complete training and documentation.
• Ability to frequently sit and stand; keeping pace with your client.

Physical Requirements

• Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work.
• Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair.
• Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening.
• Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing.
• Frequent typing, use of computer.
• Occasional walking around building.
• Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, moving items up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional walking, bending to enter, sitting, and using upper and lower limbs to drive car.

Equal Opportunity Employment

CSD is a proud equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. In accordance with the Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. CSD is dedicated to ensuring fair hiring practices and encourages all individuals, including those with prior criminal histories, to apply.