Special Education Assistant

KIPP SoCal Public Schools; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% healthcare premium costs covered

Generous benefits package

401(k) plan with up to 6% match

Generous time off program

Job summary

KIPP SoCal Public Schools seeks a Special Education Paraeducator to support students with disabilities in a full-time role. Responsibilities include implementing behavior support plans, supervising students, and collaborating with teachers. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree and experience with special needs students, ensuring a nurturing educational environment.

Qualifications

• 1-year experience working with students with special needs in a school setting.
• Certification in NCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) desired.
• Knowledge of positive behavioral interventions and applied behavior analysis (ABA).

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with disabilities and implement behavior management strategies.
• Supervise students throughout the school day and assist in classroom instruction.
• Participate in IEP meetings and maintain documentation.

Skills

Behavior management

Communication

Crisis intervention

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a network of 20 high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools. We educate more than 9,000 students in grades pre-K through eighth in the greater Los Angeles area and San Diego. Additionally, we support approximately 5,100 alumni on their journey to and through high school and college.

Company Description

Who We Are

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a network of 20 high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools. We educate more than 9,000 students in grades pre-K through eighth in the greater Los Angeles area and San Diego. Additionally, we support approximately 5,100 alumni on their journey to and through high school and college.

Job Description

• Provide support to students and student(s) of disability
• Implement comprehensive positive behavioral support plans and effective behavior management strategies; deliver instruction; participate as a member of the educational team, and hold design and implement all components of the student’s individual program
• Uphold and enforce school rules and policies
• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the teacher to provide access to class activities
• Supervise students throughout the school day in classrooms, during educational activities, and during recess and lunch
• Assist teacher in classroom instruction and behavior support
• Implement Behavior Support Plan
• Implement behavior strategies
• Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention, including restraint
• Ability to work with students having special needs and/or aggressive behaviors (i.e. biting, kicking, hitting, emotional outbursts, etc.)
• Appropriately manage student behavior and guide student toward more acceptable social behaviors Model appropriate behavioral interventions
• Confer with teacher(s) on a regular basis to assist in evaluation student(s) progress and/or implementing IEP goals and objectives
• Assist with student assessments, as appropriate
• Participate in IEP meetings, as appropriate
• Maintain appropriate documentation, records, and reports
• Participate in developing data collection systems, and monitor data collection to ensure the success of academic and behavior plans
• Maintain confidentiality of students and families as mandated by district, state and federal regulations
• Participate in school and regional trainings, in-services and meetings
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree highly preferred
• 1-year experience working with students with special needs in a school setting
• Experience working in an educational setting implementing behavioral intervention for students with complex and/or severe behavioral problems.
• Certification in NCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention), desired
• First aid and CPR, desired
• Knowledge of positive behavioral interventions and applied behavior analysis (ABA)
• Knowledge of behavioral management strategies and techniques related to pupils with special needs
  
  

Additional Information

Joining KIPP SoCal Means the Following

• Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberation
• Spending time with students and families in the best communities of San Diego
• Support and care from fellow regional team members
• Ongoing professional development and coaching from manager
  
  

Working with Us Means the Following Perks

• Full-time position offered a rate of $19/hour (non-negotiable)
• Very competitive compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package
• 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost
• Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Generous time off program includes 22 holidays and sick leave
• Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, tuition reimbursement for dependents, etc.)
• PLEASE NOTE: KIPP SoCal Public Schools requires that all team members be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for the safety of our students, family, and staff. Team members may apply to seek a medical or sincerely held religious belief exemption. Regardless of your current vaccination status, our team can advise you on how to fulfill this important requirement so that you can start the position in a timely way. We’re here to help. **
  
  

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website, http://www.kippsocal.org/.Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.

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