OA Instructional Aide

Advance Kids, Inc.; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Kids, Inc. is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to support high school students diagnosed with autism through Applied Behavior Analysis. You will provide one-on-one instruction and help implement curriculum under supervision.

You will collaborate with classroom teachers to develop goal-oriented activities, monitor student progress, and document data accurately on designated sheets. Implement behavior intervention plans as specified by the teacher and behavior consultant.

Qualifications

• Experience applying Applied Behavior Analysis principles with individuals.
• Punctual and professional in sessions and meetings.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow chain of command.
• Willingness to communicate with staff and supervisors.
• Physical ability to assist students as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one ABA instruction and behavior modification for high school students.
• Collaborate with classroom teacher to develop goal-oriented activities.
• Implement behavior intervention plans as directed.
• Record progress accurately on data sheets and submit notes.
• Support safe transitions and manage elopement risks.
• Communicate effectively with teachers and directors.

Skills

ABA knowledge

Behavior management

Data collection

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Description| || --- || The paraprofessional provides one-on-one behavior modification and academic instruction for high school students diagnosed with autism using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). || **Essential Duties and Responsibilities:** || * The Paraprofessional will also work with the classroom teacher in developing appropriate goal oriented activities, work at a one to three ratio with students while implementing curriculum as directed by the classroom teacher, perform direct care duties for assigned students and communicate with students through adaptive communication methods. * Implement behavior intervention plans for individual students as specified by the teacher and behavior consultant. * Monitor progress by accurately recording each session and providing notes as indicated by the teacher on designated data sheets. * Know and understand the specific lesson goals and behavior plans of each student. * Understand and implement each individual lesson (specific SD or “instruction”, the exact target response that the student must display, the specific prompt level anticipated before giving the SD, and the appropriate amount/type of the consequence for the target response). * Communication with the teacher and director for questions on lesson implementation or progression, training needs, problems with student's progression, behavior excesses, etc. |## Qualifications| | | | | | | | | | || --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- || * Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis, command of terminology in order to effectively communicate with supervisors and administration, understanding and working knowledge of the basic behavioral principles, verbal behavior, and incidental training; knowledge of prompt hierarchy, PECS and DTT; ability to appropriately address behavior excesses (i.e., tantrum, aggression, etc.). * Punctual to sessions and meetings, consistently at work and on time, presents self professionally, dresses appropriately. * Works well independently and as a team player; maintains effective and proper working relationships among coworkers, clients, and supervisors; welcomes feedback, accepts responsibility for own actions, follows directions, follows proper chain of command. * Ability to manage difficult or emotional student situations, keeps emotions under control, maintains student and company confidentiality. * Effective oral and written communication, participates in meetings. * Sets and achieves goals, adheres to a schedule, pursues training and development opportunities, volunteers readily, asks for help and offers help when needed, applies feedback to improve performance, monitors own work to ensure quality and accuracy, meets productivity standards, ability to multi-task, organizes work, completes work in timely manner, checks and responds to email within 48 hrs., completes billing on time and accurately. * Displays original thinking and creativity, meets challenges with resourcefulness, works well with students, displays high energy level. * Observes safety and security procedures, reports unsafe conditions while using equipment and materials properly. * Adheres to all company policies and procedures. * | | | --- | | Education equivalent to a high school diploma, continuing education units a plus, and a minimum of one year experience working with children or adults, preferably in related field. | | **Physical Demands:** | | Run to safely intervene when a client is eloping or engaging in unsafe behavior. · Stand, sit, stoop, crawl, kneel, and reach to assist clients during daily activities and behavioral interventions. · Push and lift individuals weighing up to 75 pounds when necessary for safety, support, or mobility assistance. · Visually observe, vocally communicate, and hear clearly to monitor client behavior, respond to emergencies, and engage in therapeutic interactions. · Use a computer for documentation, communication, and program planning. · Travel via automobile for transportation of clients and/or community outings with clients. | | | --- | | Education equivalent to a high school diploma, continuing education units a plus, and a minimum of one year experience working with children or adults, preferably in related field. | | **Physical Demands:** | | Run to safely intervene when a client is eloping or engaging in unsafe behavior. · Stand, sit, stoop, crawl, kneel, and reach to assist clients during daily activities and behavioral interventions. · Push and lift individuals weighing up to 75 pounds when necessary for safety, support, or mobility assistance. · Visually observe, vocally communicate, and hear clearly to monitor client behavior, respond to emergencies, and engage in therapeutic interactions. · Use a computer for documentation, communication, and program planning. · Travel via automobile for transportation of clients and/or community outings with clients. | | | --- | | Must be at least 18 years old; criminal background check; reference checks; provide a negative TB test; education verification; current driver’s license and proof of auto insurance. | | **Other Requirements:** | | Must have reliable means of transportation and willingness to transport students via personal automobile; availability to work a minimum of 30 hours per week; and have access to a computer with knowledge of internet, e-mail and Microsoft Office applications. | | | |