Behavior Technician

LEARN Academy; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life/AD&D insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program

Student Loan Assistance

Disability benefits

Job summary

LEARN Academy, a certified K–12 private day school in Redwood City, CA, is seeking staff to provide direct instructional support, monitor progress, and maintain records for students with autism and other learning challenges. Training is available; BCBA certification opportunities and substitute teaching pathways are mentioned.

We value collaboration, integrity, and impact, and offer mentorship and growth for candidates with limited prior experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• 1-2 years’ experience working with children in a special needs education setting preferred.
• Ability to collaborate and receive feedback, mentoring and direction from peers and supervisors.
• Experience using Crisis Management Interventions and therapeutic holds.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instructional support to individual and/or groups of students and monitor ability to follow directions and behavior.
• Collect data regarding student progress as directed by licensed staff.
• Assist staff in maintaining charts and other records related to student progress.
• Reinforce academic behaviors taught by licensed staff and provide opportunities to practice.
• Assist student in community, recreational, school, and leisure activities under supervision.
• Implement district-approved techniques for verbal de-escalation and safe physical restraint (CPI).
• Perform other related duties as assigned by administration.

Skills

Direct instructional support

Data collection

Record maintenance

Behavior management

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Job description

Address 815 Allerton St, Redwood City, CA, 94063, US

Compensation $26.00 - $32.00/hour

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Description

Why Join ?

Overview

is a certified K – 12 Private Day School designed to meet the academic and social needs of children who require a highly individualized behavioral and educational setting. We are a tight-knit team that values colleagues who exhibit collaboration, integrity and the desire to make a difference in the lives of students who struggle to be successful, and who share a passion to help children and their families.

We offer training and mentorship for candidates with limited experience!

Certification supervision is available for candidates who are seeking BCBA certification or internships in a teaching credential. Additionally, if you possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any field and pass your CBEST test you could also apply at CA Department of Education to become a Substitute Teacher.

Allow us to Introduce Ourselves

LEARN Academy partners with schools and districts to help students with autism, special needs, and other learning and behavioral challenges reach their full potential.

Evidence-based support: We provide customized educational, behavioral, and therapeutic services for students from early childhood through post-secondary education.

Partnership that makes a difference: Our team works alongside educators and school communities across the country to create meaningful progress for students.

Proven impact: Since 2007, we’ve had the privilege of serving more than 195,000 students—and we’re continuing to grow our impact.

What You'll Do

Provide direct instructional support to individual and/or groups of students and monitor ability to follow directions and behavior.

Collect data regarding student(s) reaching goals/objectives as directed by licensed staff.

Assist staff in maintaining charts and other records related to student(s) progress.

Reinforce academic behaviors taught by licensed staff and provide the student with opportunities to practice.

Assist student in community, recreational, school, and leisure activities under the direction of licensed staff.

Implement district approved techniques for verbal de-escalation and safe physical restraint, such as Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training.

Perform other related duties as assigned and required by the building administration and licensed staff.

What You Have

High School Diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred

1-2 years’ experience working with children in a special need’s education setting preferred but not required.

Ability to collaborate and receive to feedback, mentoring and direction from peers and supervisors

Demonstrated experience in maintaining a professional and clinical perspective at all times, with the ability to not internalize or personalize (e.g. emotionally)in regard certain studentbehaviors or mannerisms that occur.

Demonstrated experience using physical ability and dexterity to safely and effectively use Crisis Management Interventions (including the use of therapeutic holds) of all involved (e.g. self, student, other employees

Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (stoop, reach, stand, kneel, squat, sit, walk, lift, pull, grasp) for extended periods of time.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

What We Offer

Medical Plans (Choice of Two Fixed Indemnity Options)

Fixed-dollar benefits for office visits, diagnostic X-rays, lab work, hospital stays, and more

No deductibles, copays, or pre-existing condition exclusions

Rx drug discounts and National PPO Network Telehealth options

24/7 access to doctors by phone, web, or mobile app

Dental Coverage: Pays up to $1,000 annual benefit

Vision Coverage: Exams, lenses, frames, and contacts

Accident Benefit: Pays up to $5,000 per occurrence

Short-Term Disability: Pays a weekly benefit of $150

Life/AD&D Insurance: $20,000 policy amount

Plus,

401(k) through Fidelity Investments

Employee Assistance Program (Optum EAP)

Student Loan Assistance Program (Summer)

Access to employee discount programs

Physical Requirements

is part of LEARN Behavioral, a collective group of ABA providers dedicated to delivering collaborative care and nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs in communities from coast-to-coast.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.