Behavior Aide: Transforming Special Education

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Credentialing support

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Mental health support

Fertility and family building support

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) seeks a dedicated behavior aide to support students with special needs in K-12 environments.

You will work with a teacher to deliver targeted behavioral and academic interventions in small groups and during daily activities. Join a team that emphasizes positive behavior support and collaborative planning, with training, credentialing assistance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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.

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 and using data to guide instruction.
• Assist the teacher with large group activities, grading work, guiding independent study or enrichment, and providing accommodations as necessary.
• Utilize behavior support and intervention strategies and apply de-escalation techniques when needed.
• Support the creation and implementation of daily plans and monitor student growth toward goals.
• Supervise students and ensure safety during transitions and at various locations within the school.

Skills

Special needs experience

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) seeks a dedicated behavior aide to support students with special needs in K-12 environments.

You will work with a teacher to deliver targeted behavioral and academic interventions in small groups and during daily activities. Join a team that emphasizes positive behavior support and collaborative planning, with training, credentialing assistance, and a comprehensive benefits package.