Behavior Support Specialist for Special Ed & ASD

Folsom Cordova Unified School District; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Folsom Cordova Unified School District is seeking a Behavior Support Assistant to assist in autism/ED programs across classrooms. You will support teachers, help manage behaviors, and provide student intervention in small groups or individually.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with additional training in crisis intervention and ABA; opportunities for professional growth are provided. This is a roving, part-time position in a district setting with E-Verify participation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; psychology/sociology/recreation courses preferred
• AA degree or 48 units beyond HS or completion of the proficiency test
• Willingness to complete training and non-violent intervention/physical restraint techniques
• Training in crisis intervention ABA, pivotal response, and PECS desirable
• Pro-Act Training within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher or behavior analyst in improving student behavior and instructional tasks
• Supervise students and support adaptive functioning and educational opportunities
• Provide intervention to students exhibiting maladaptive behaviors
• Assist with crisis situations and physical management as needed (lifting up to 50 lbs, restraining up to 150 lbs with assistance)

Skills

High School Diploma or equivalent

AA degree / 48 units beyond HS

Willingness to complete training

Crisis intervention ABA training

Pro-Act Training within 6 months

Education

AA degree / 48 units beyond HS or proficiency test

District Instructional Assistant Proficiency Test (Reading/Math)

Job description

Folsom Cordova Unified School District is seeking a Behavior Support Assistant to assist in autism/ED programs across classrooms. You will support teachers, help manage behaviors, and provide student intervention in small groups or individually.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with additional training in crisis intervention and ABA; opportunities for professional growth are provided. This is a roving, part-time position in a district setting with E-Verify participation.