Behavioral Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : 20-25

Position Type :

• Part-Time (Monday through Friday during school hours)
• Compensation Range : $20 - $25

Locations :

Various locations - Montebello UnifiedSchool District

Responsibilities :

Primary responsibility is direct support to students with special needs

Participate in activities planned by the school district staff

Assists in the preparation and development of instructional training activities and materials

Assists school district staff with in-class activities based on specific instructions

Assists school district staff in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom environment by keeping materials and equipment organized

Assists the school district staff in maintaining a good learning atmosphere by using effective teaching and behavior management techniques

Under direct supervision, staff may assist with assessing student needs

Provides the school district staff with general impressions and observations of students they work with

Works with students individually, in small groups, whole groups or learning centers planned by the school district staff and provides instruction to student

May assist with classroom technology, adaptive devices, and equipment

Assists with social skills

Assists with toileting, diapering, dressing, and hygiene

Keeps an organized and clutter-free restroom and / or changing area

Administers emergency treatment when necessary

May take children into the community

May assist children to feed themselves

May be assigned in more than one school location

Assists with playground supervision

Works cooperatively with students, school district staff, and administration while performing assigned duties and responsibilities

Reinforces lessons / activities with small groups of learners

Assists school staff in crisis intervention and discipline

Participates in program planning meetings at the request of the school staff

Performs other job-related work as required

Qualifications : Ability to :

Understand and anticipate the needs of children

Operate classroom technology equipment

Understand and follow oral and written instructions

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with children and adults

Maintain professionalism and confidentiality

Show competence and assist with academic skills, e.g. reading and math

Communicate orally with correct language usage

Knowledge of :

The general needs and behavior patterns of children

Safe work practices

Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation

Needs and concerns of children with a variety of special needs

Perform general clerical duties at the request of supervisor

Skills :

Read and understand instructions, follow and give clear directions

Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines

Adapt to individual needs of school staff and students and work with interruptions

Identifying and responding quickly to emergency situations in a calm and resourceful manner

Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Experience :

Recent experience in working with groups such as youth groups, child centers, or playgrounds and / or experience requiring organizational skills is desirable.

Education :

Proof of High School Diploma or equivalency; or proof of an A.A. degree, 48 college units; or pass the Paraeducator Exam

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Demands :

Physical :

Sitting, walking level surface, reaching, bending, use of both legs

Wrist / arm motion, grasping / holding, use of both hands

Regularly lift 1-15 lbs.

occasionally lift 26-40 lbs

Regularly carry / push 1-15 lbs

occasionally carry / push 26-40 lbs

Color vision, near vision, use of both eyes

Sense of smell

Normal hearing, distinguish sounds in transmission

Speaking

Mental :

Occasional stress of emergencies, normal work standards stress, ability to work with interruption, reading, interpreting policy, memorize and recall objects, people, analyze problems and generate alternatives

Working Environment :

Occasional exposure to the sun, occasional wetness, dust, occasional exposure to childhood diseases

Requirements / Conditions of Employment :

Resume

Complete a mandatory Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) Training (Provided)

Complete mandatory training as designated by BEAM

Schedule :

Mornings

Monday to Friday

No weekends

Ability to commute / relocate :

Montebello UnifiedSchool District

Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Your assignment might vary from district to district and school to school

Experience :

Behavioral Therapist / Interventionist : 1 year (Required)

Equal Opportunity Employer :

BEAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.