Behavioral Aide

Behavioral-Emotional-; Paramount (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Behavioral-Emotional- is seeking dedicated staff for part-time, school-based roles in Paramount and surrounding areas. Primary duties include direct support to students with special needs, assisting district staff with in-class activities, and developing instructional materials.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with AA degree or Paraeducator Exam preferred. Responsibilities include maintaining a tidy classroom, supporting behavior management strategies, and assisting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; AA degree, 48 college units, or Paraeducator Exam.
• Experience as Behavioral Therapist/Interventionist is preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions and establish good relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Direct support to students with special needs.
• Assist with in-class activities per district staff instructions.
• Prepare and develop instructional materials and activities.
• Maintain organized classroom environment and manage materials.
• Support social skills development and behavior management techniques.
• Assist with classroom technology and adaptive devices as needed.
• Work with students individually or in groups and provide instruction.
• May accompany children to community activities and supervise play.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Classroom technology

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma

AA degree / 48 college units

Paraeducator Exam

Job description

Position Type

• Part-Time (Monday - Friday during school hours)
• Compensation Range: $20 - $25

Locations

• Various locations - Paramount/ABC/Lynwood

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility is direct support to students with special needs

• Participate in activities planned by the school district staff

• Assists in the preparation and development of instructional training activities and materials

• Assists school district staff with in-class activities based on specific instructions

• Assists school district staff in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom environment by keeping materials and equipment organized

• Assists the school district staff in maintaining a good learning atmosphere by using effective teaching and behavior management techniques

• Under direct supervision, staff may assist with assessing student needs

• Provides the school district staff with general impressions and observations of students they work with

• Works with students individually, in small groups, whole groups or learning centers planned by the school district staff and provides instruction to student

• May assist with classroom technology, adaptive devices, and equipment

• Assists with social skills

• Assists with toileting, diapering, dressing, and hygiene

• Keeps an organized and clutter-free restroom and/or changing area

• Administers emergency treatment when necessary

• May take children into the community

• May assist children to feed themselves

• May be assigned in more than one school location

• Assists with playground supervision

• Works cooperatively with students, school district staff, and administration while performing assigned duties and responsibilities

• Reinforces lessons/activities with small groups of learners

• Assists school staff in crisis intervention and discipline

• Participates in program planning meetings at the request of the school staff

• Performs other job-related work as required

Ability to

• Understand and anticipate the needs of children

• Operate classroom technology equipment

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with children and adults

• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality

• Show competence and assist with academic skills, e.g. reading and math

• Communicate orally with correct language usage

Knowledge of

• The general needs and behavior patterns of children

• Safe work practices

• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation

• Needs and concerns of children with a variety of special needs

• Perform general clerical duties at the request of supervisor

Skills

• Read and understand instructions, follow and give clear directions

• Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines

• Adapt to individual needs of school staff and students and work with interruptions

• Identifying and responding quickly to emergency situations in a calm and resourceful manner

• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Experience

• Recent experience in working with groups such as youth groups, child centers, or playgrounds and/or experience requiring organizational skills is desirable.

Education

• Proof of High School Diploma or equivalency; or proof of an A.A. degree, 48 college units; or pass the Paraeducator Exam

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Demands

Physical

• Sitting, walking level surface, reaching, bending, use of both legs

• Wrist/arm motion, grasping/holding, use of both hands

• Regularly lift 1-15 lbs. *occasionally lift 26-40 lbs

• Regularly carry/push 1-15 lbs *occasionally carry/push 26-40 lbs

• Color vision, near vision, use of both eyes

• Sense of smell

• Normal hearing, distinguish sounds in transmission

• Speaking

Mental

• Occasional stress of emergencies, normal work standards stress, ability to work with interruption, reading, interpreting policy, memorize and recall objects, people, analyze problems and generate alternatives

Working Environment

• Occasional exposure to the sun, occasional wetness, dust, occasional exposure to childhood diseases

Requirements/Conditions of Employment

• Resume
• Complete mandatory training as designated by BEAM

Growth/Advance Training Opportunity

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Training is accessible to inspire & promote growth. 40-hour online training to be completed on your own time. Once a certification is provided and the 90-day introductory period is complete, you will be promoted and receive a compensation increase.

Schedule

• Mornings
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate

• Paramount/ABC/Lynwood
• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
• Your assignment might vary from district to district and school to school

Experience

• Behavioral Therapist/Interventionist: 1 year (Required)