Special Education Paraprofessional — ABA & Student Support

Academy-For-Advancement-of-Children-With-Autism; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trainings provided

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Academy for Advancement of Children with Autism (AACA) in California seeks staff to support students with academic, social, and daily living skills. You will assist with toileting, hygiene and feeding, and help manage aggressive behaviors using approved ABA strategies.

Ideal candidates are calm, friendly, and able to work as part of a team, with capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and work full-time Mon-Fri 8:45am-3:15pm in the Antelope Valley area.

Qualifications

• Experience with special needs or behavioral support preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

Special needs experience

ABA techniques

Data collection

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Job description

Academy for Advancement of Children with Autism (AACA) in California seeks staff to support students with academic, social, and daily living skills. You will assist with toileting, hygiene and feeding, and help manage aggressive behaviors using approved ABA strategies.

Ideal candidates are calm, friendly, and able to work as part of a team, with capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and work full-time Mon-Fri 8:45am-3:15pm in the Antelope Valley area.