Behavior Aide for Special Education - Growth

Specialized-Education-Services,-Inc.-3; Alhambra (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Employee assistance program

Mental health support

Fertility and family building

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a behavior aide to support students with special needs in in-district classrooms and standalone sites.

You will work with teachers to deliver individualized services, monitor progress, and reinforce learning through SESI's PBIS framework. The role emphasizes collaboration with diverse learners, use of de-escalation strategies, and safe student transport by van.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college experience or bachelor's degree highly preferred.
• Experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting preferred.
• Valid Driver's License for student transportation using the school van.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Lead small group instruction as you implement the SESI academic rotational model.
• Partner with the teacher in providing customized behavior and academic support and conducting formal and informal assessments.
• Reinforce students’ learning of teacher-introduced materials and skills by assigning relevant tasks, using data to determine appropriate materials, and completing one-on-one tutorials.
• Assist the teacher with large group activities, grading work, guiding independent study or enrichment activities, and providing accommodations and modifications as necessary.
• 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.
• Support the creation and implementation of daily plans.
• Support, document, and track student growth and progress toward academic, social, and emotional goals.
• Supervise students and ensure they are always monitored, including to and from appropriate school locations.
• Work in collaboration with other teachers, assistant teachers, and related service providers to address students’ needs.
• Transport students to and from school using school van.

Skills

Experience with students with special/

Valid Driver's License

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) is seeking a behavior aide to support students with special needs in in-district classrooms and standalone sites.

You will work with teachers to deliver individualized services, monitor progress, and reinforce learning through SESI's PBIS framework. The role emphasizes collaboration with diverse learners, use of de-escalation strategies, and safe student transport by van.