Paraeducator-Behavior Intervention-Cajon Park Pos#30024925

CAJON PARK SCHOOL; Santee (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cajon Park School in Santee, California is seeking a Paraeducator – Behavior Intervention to support a certificated teacher with behavior and academic interventions for students. The role includes supervision, data collection, and collaboration with staff to address behavioral needs.

Starting date is immediate. Qualifications include high school diploma and district crisis intervention training, with first aid/CPR certification and ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and behavior characteristics.
• Behavior management strategies and techniques.
• Record-keeping techniques and data entry.
• Experience with basic subjects (arithmetic, grammar, reading).
• Computer operations/data entry, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Evidence Based Practices for children with disabilities (e.g., Applied Behavior Analysis).
• Ability to remain calm during emergencies.
• Certification in crisis intervention training.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers by reinforcing instruction to whole class, small groups or individuals.
• Assist students with adaptive equipment, daily living activities, and mobility.
• Administer first aid and monitor medical needs of students.
• Maintain records and collect data on student performance and behavior.
• Use strategies when working with students in crisis and participate in safe holds after training.
• Keep learning spaces neat, clean, and safe.
• Supervise students during structured and unstructured times.
• Communicate with teachers and staff about student progress and needs while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist with bus boarding and departure.
• Carry out written and verbal instructions.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Child development

Behavior management

Basic subjects

Record-keeping

Computer skills

ABA techniques

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Paraeducator-Behavior Intervention-Cajon Park Pos#30024925

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Job Details

Job ID: 5957683
Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Summary/Definition

Under direction of a school administrator, the Paraeducator – Behavior Intervention assists a certificated teacher in providing behavior and academic interventions and supports to students. This role involves providing students with the support they need to succeed academically, socially and behaviorally, and performing clerical duties.

Examples of Duties/Responsibilities

1. Assist teachers by reinforcing instruction to whole class, small groups and/or individual students.

2. Verbally and physically assist students with adaptive equipment, communication systems, and activities of daily living such as ambulation, grooming, toileting, dressing, eating, and personal hygiene.

3. Administer first aid and remain informed of medical needs or problems with students.

4. Maintain records, collect and record data related to student performance and behavior.

5. Use appropriate strategies when working with students in crisit (e.g. students who are dysregulated or elope). Following appropriate training, participate in physical restraint of students during behavior emergencies.

6. Assist in keeping learning spaces neat, clean, and safe.

7. Supervise students during structured and unstructured times (e.g., lunch, recess).

8. Communicate regularly with teachers, behavior teams, and staff regarding student progress, conduct, and behavioral needs while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

9. Assist with bus boarding and departing.

10. Carry out verbal and written instructions.

11. Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Guide Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

1. Basic concepts of child development and behavior characteristics.

2. Behavior management strategies and techniques

3. Basic subjects including arithmetic, grammar, spelling and reading.

4. Record-keeping techniques.

5. Computer operations/data entry, word processing, and spreadsheets.

6. Evidence Based Practices for children with disabilities (for example Instnsive Behavior Intervention, Picture Exchange Communication Systems, Discrete Trial Training, Applied Behavior Analysis).

7. Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to:

1. Remain calm during emergency situations.

2. Apply behavior management techniques and methods.

3. Correctly lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.

4. Maintain certification in District provided crisis intervention training.

Training/Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and two years’ experience or other transferable skills/training as an Instructional Assistant working with children with disabilities in an organized setting utilizing behavior techniques and strategies.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a First Aid/CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.

District Paraprofessional Paraprofessional Proficiency Exam certification mandated by the State of California for Paraprofessionals.

Certification may be granted in one of the following three ways:

1. Possession of an Associate’s Degree (AA); or

2. Completion of 48 college semester units (official transcripts required); or

3. Completion and passage of the district-approved proficiency test.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

1. School environment.

2. Subject to sitting, standing for long periods, walking, bending, stooping, lifting, reaching using hands and arms, climbing, balancing, kneeling, squatting, twisting, crouching, or crawling.

3. May be required to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; see to read.

4. Subject to noise, odors and maladaptive student behaviors (including verbal and physical outbursts).

5. Exposure to communicable diseases, contact with human blood, other body fluids and hazardous material.

6. This position would be assigned to either classroom or an individual student.

ATTACHMENTS: MUST UPLOAD REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSES FOR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE. PLEASE VIEW "LICENSES/CERTIFICATES" SECTION IN JOB DESCRIPTION BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION.

Work Year

9 months/6 hours

7:40 am-2:10 pm

Salary Classification: 21

Board Adopted: March 20, 1990

Revised: December 6, 1994, July 15, 2003, December 5, 2006, February 19, 2013, August 4, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $19.94 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Katie Kenley , Personnel Technician
• HUMAN RESOURCES/PUPIL SERVICES
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]