Student Aide - Autism School

Haynes Family of Programs; La Verne (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Haynes Family of Programs is seeking a dedicated professional to assist educators in implementing individualized educational plans (IEPs) for students in the nonpublic school setting. The role involves observing and guiding student behavior, maintaining confidential records, and delivering targeted behavioral support.

The position requires crisis intervention skills, collaboration with teachers and specialists, and a commitment to student safety and well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 48 college units.
• Basic skills in working with children with disabilities or adolescents, typically learned in two years experience.
• Ability to pass ProAct Training within one month of employment.
• Ability to pass First Aid and CPR Certification within three months of employment.
• Ability to work as a member of a therapeutic team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist educators in implementing the IEP and review daily lesson plans.
• Observe and manage behavior according to established procedures.
• Report progress regarding student behavior and performance to teacher.
• Provide vocational instruction according to expertise and student program.
• Participate in programs and maintain student records per school policies.
• Respond to incidents to de-escalate situations using crisis intervention techniques.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Behavioral support

Education

Minimum 48 college units

Experience with disabilities

Tools

ProAct Training

First Aid/CPR Certification

Job description

SUMMARY:Responsible for assisting all educators in implementing a multi-sensory individualized educational plan (IEP) for students in the nonpublic school; serve as liaison between teachers, BCBAs, Behaviorists and OT/SLP and parents.JOB DUTIES:Assist educators in implementing the IEP and review daily lesson plans and contribute information and ideas as appropriateObserve and control behavior according to established proceduresReport progress regarding student behavior and performance to teacherProvide vocational instruction according to expertise and student program (e.g., woodshop, photography, clerical)Participate in special programs (e.g., assemblies, plays, cultural events) with students as requiredParticipate in the maintenance of individual student records including progress reports and daily attendance records in accordance with school policies; ensures confidentiality is maintainedRespond appropriately to incidents and problems with students to de-escalate them as quickly as possible; uses crisis intervention skills in communicating with child; participates in physical interventions as necessary, in accordance with Company policies and proceduresAttend and participates in faculty meetings, in-service programs and workshops to maintain professional knowledge and skills and keep informed as to Company policies and programs that may impact on students; attends ProAct/CPR training and utilizes its techniquesAssist in maintaining health and safety of students by being aware of environment and the potential of student actions; assists the teacher or specialist according to established guidelines and proceduresAssist students by providing behavioral examples, displaying values and morals, providing emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance; assists in directing group activities of students at lunch and other timesPerforms other reasonable related duties as assignedPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:In the course of performing this job, the incumbent typically spends time standing, walking on sloped/hilly areas of campus, carrying, driving, lifting (up to 40 pounds), listening, speaking, reaching, writing, and participating in restraint procedures.Working knowledge of child guidance principles and practices, basic academic subjects, including arithmetic, oral and written communication skills; safe practices in classroom activities, record-keeping techniques and health and safety regulationsAbility to learn the special needs, problems and requirements of students; assist teachers with instruction and related activities of the assigned learning environment; and operate instructional equipmentMinimum of 48 college unitsbasic skills in working with children with disabilities or adolescents, typically learned in two years experienceability to pass and utilize ProAct Training within one months of employmentability to pass and utilize First Aid and CPR Certification within three months of employmentability to work as a member of a therapeutic teamability to support philosophy of the school and Companyeffective oral and written communications skillsThe incumbent must be able to perform this job safely, without endangering the health or safety of him/her or othersRequires a valid California Driver License and proof of insurance acceptable per insurance carrierMust fulfill all requirements of employment, including clearance of all required background records (e.g. Department of Justice, Child Abuse, California Community Care Licensing, County Sanction List, etc.), professional, physical examination, and drug testing