Paraprofessional

AACA; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

AACA in California is hiring a student support aide to assist with academic, social, daily living skills, and behavior support under ABA strategies. The role runs Monday–Friday, 8:45am–3:15pm, totaling 30 hours weekly in a full-time schedule.

You'll collaborate with a dedicated team, collect data on progress, de-escalate behaviors, and participate in trainings designed to grow skills in a compassionate, structured environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with special needs or behavioral support preferred.
• Open to learning and applying applied behavioral techniques.
• Able to stay calm and follow through during challenging situations.
• Friendly, outgoing and communicates well with staff and students.
• Physically able to assist with personal care and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Support students with academic, social, and daily living skills.
• Assist with toileting, hygiene, and feeding needs.
• Help manage and de-escalate aggressive behaviors using approved techniques.
• Utilize ABA strategies and follow individualized behavior plans.
• Follow classroom plans and collect data on progress and behaviors.

Skills

ABA strategies

Data collection

Team collaboration

Calm de-escalation

Job description

AACA is a Nonpublic School (NPS) serving students ages 5 to 22 with severe behavioral and developmental needs. Our mission is to provide individualized instruction and therapeutic support to help each student reach their fullest potential in a structured, compassionate environment. The hours for this position are Monday-Friday 8:45AM-3:15PM 30 hours a week which is our fulltime hours.

What You'll Do

• Support students with academic, social, and daily living skills.
• Assist with toileting, hygiene, and feeding needs.
• Help manage and de-escalate aggressive physical behaviors using approved techniques.
• Utilize Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies and follow individualized behavior plans.
• Follow classroom management plans and behavior support strategies.
• Collect data on student progress and behaviors.
• Be consistent, patient, and a team player in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

What We're Looking For

• Experience with special needs or behavioral support preferred.
• Open to learning and using applied behavioral techniques .
• Able to remain calm and follow through during challenging situations.
• Friendly, outgoing, and communicates well with staff and students.
• Physically able to assist with personal care and behavioral interventions.
• Have no physical restrictions and can lift up to 50 pounds.
• Full time availability Monday-Friday 8:45am-3:15pm (30 hours a week are our fulltime hours)

Why Join Us

• Trainings provided: including hands-on, on-the-go training and professional development.
• Rewarding work that truly makes a difference.
• Supportive staff and leadership team.
• Opportunities to grow in the field of special education.

About The Academy for Advancement of Children with Autism (AACA)

At the Academy, our utmost priority is to create a nurturing and inclusive community where every student feels a true sense of belonging and inner peace. We understand the profound challenges our students face in various areas, such as sensory input/output, social skills, transitions, vocal ability, and general functioning. Many arrive at our school with significant behavioral issues developed over years of coping with their unique challenges. We wholeheartedly believe that each of our students is embarking on a journey of self-actualization towards their highest potential. At the Academy, we are committed to providing the necessary support and guidance to help them achieve their goals. Together, we will nurture their talents, paving the way for a bright future ahead.

Core Values

We take pride in our core values here at AACA- UNITED

• Unity
• Nurture
• Innovation
• Tenacity
• Empowerment
• Dignity