Inclusion Aide: Extended Learning Support

Harmonium, Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Harmonium, Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking an Inclusion Aide - Extended Learning for the part-time position.

The role provides academic, behavioral, and medical support in classroom and after-school settings, while fostering student independence and positive social interactions. Responsibilities include assisting students with academic work, reinforcing lessons, supporting behavior plans, and ensuring safety and supervision across learning environments.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have 48 completed college units OR pass the District’s Classroom Assistant Proficiency Exam.
• Must have a minimum of 6 months of experience with children with special needs and elementary/middle school students (paid or unpaid).
• Fluency in Haitian Creole or French is highly preferred.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Expressed commitment to the program and its philosophies during the term of your employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals or small groups of students with academic work, instructional exercises, classroom projects, and special assignments.
• Reinforce program lessons and instructions under the direction of the Youth Leader or Site Director.
• Support students with understanding and completing learning materials to promote independence and success.
• Prepare, adapt, and organize instructional materials and supplies to enhance student learning.
• Provide academic homework assistance during the Extended Learning program and contribute ideas for inclusive enrichment activities and clubs.
• Develop, implement, and model behavior support and intervention plans using positive behavior strategies.
• Provide emotional support, encouragement, and role modeling to promote appropriate behavior and social skills.
• Develop and implement social skill development techniques (e.g., social stories, peer facilitation, peer training).
• Assist in developing and implementing de-escalation strategies to support student regulation and engagement.
• Redirect inappropriate behavior and notify Site Director – Extended Learning as necessary.
• Ensure safety, security, and well-being of assigned child(ren) at all times in classrooms, lunchrooms, outdoors, and field trips.
• Maintain visual supervision in all areas, including classrooms, auditoriums, outdoors, and other designated spaces.
• Support inclusion of assigned child(ren) within the Extended Learning program and general education environments.
• Work in the capacity of a Youth Leader when specific children are not assigned.
• Supervise day-to-day program activities and maintain appropriate staff-to-student ratios.
• Collaborate with teachers, Site Directors, and Special Education staff to support students’ educational and behavioral goals.
• Communicate regularly with guardians, Site Director – Extended Learning, and school personnel to ensure coordinated support.
• Provide data and observations to teachers and specialists as assigned.
• Collaborate with Behavioral Services Program Manager
• May need to provide assistance to students with their personal care needs, including toileting, hygiene, and mobility support as needed.
• May assist with serving/feeding of lunches/snacks, and maintaining safe environments.
• May be designated to administer medications according to program policies and procedures.

Skills

Creole/French fluency

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to program

Education

18+ years age

48 college units or proficiency exam

Job description

Harmonium, Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking an Inclusion Aide - Extended Learning for the part-time position.

The role provides academic, behavioral, and medical support in classroom and after-school settings, while fostering student independence and positive social interactions. Responsibilities include assisting students with academic work, reinforcing lessons, supporting behavior plans, and ensuring safety and supervision across learning environments.